Franciscan Saints

Lent with Padre Pio: First Monday

In the face of adversity, it can seem impossible to find any levity or something to smile about.

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Lent with Padre Pio: First Sunday

Throughout his life, Padre Pio dealt with various obstacles ranging from his health to people doubting his faith journey.
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Death and saints

Touched by Death, Healed by Saints

The death of her classmate in fourth grade helped this author discover the Communion of Saints.
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Lent with Padre Pio: Saturday after Ash Wednesday

“Pray, hope, and don’t worry. Worry is useless. God is merciful and will hear your prayer.” —Padre Pio
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woman praying at mass | Photo by Rodolfo Clix

Lent: Knowing Who We Are Before God

Perhaps no follower of Jesus ever appreciated Lent more than Francis of Assisi did.
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Lent with Padre Pio: Friday after Ash Wednesday

Perhaps Lent is a good time for us to take a look in the mirror.
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Illustrations of the Stations of the Cross

The Stations of the Cross

With the Stations of the Cross, we walk with Jesus in his final act of love and sacrifice.
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