Franciscan Saints

Panting After Peace in Prayer

Stephen Copeland February 25, 2024

In prayer, we let ourselves come to God imperfectly, pantingly, yet in this honesty about our condition.

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Francis and Clare: Where the Tradition Begins

Sr. Rosemary Stets, OSF December 8, 2023

The genius of Francis and Clare's spirituality was their recognition that the Gospels could and should be lived by every person.

Images of Blessed Carlo Acutis and the Eucharist are seen outside the building of the Friends of Carlo Acutis association in Assisi, Italy, in this Oct. 9, 2020, file photo. The U.S. bishops have chosen Blessed Acutis as the patron of the first year of a three-year National Eucharistic Revival. The Italian teen had a great love of the Eucharist and used his technology skills to build an online database of eucharistic miracles around the world. (CNS photo/Junno Arocho Esteves)

Carlo Acutis: A True Original

Christopher Heffron October 25, 2023

When I think of Carlo Acutis, I think about how he, too, was rooted in where he was. He wasn't particularly well-traveled. But his faith is marveled the world over. I love that about him.

A Prayer for Carlo Acutis

Christopher Heffron October 14, 2023

Blessed Carlo Acutis' time on this earth was brief—only 15 years—but he showed the world that God's love does not recognize human time.

Saint Francis Novena | Day One: Conversion

Pat McCloskey, OFM September 25, 2023

Francis was one of most free people who has ever lived—internally free, that is.

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Saints of September

Franciscan Media September 1, 2023

Here are a handful of saints we celebrate in the month of September.

St. Clare of Assisi is depicted in a modern painting by Stephen B Whatley, an expressionist artist based in London. During a Lenten service, St. Clare heard St. Francis preach. She was so moved by his words, she asked him to show her how to live the Gospel more fully. She was only 18, but she left the security of her home, cut off her hair and joined the convent. (CNS/Stephen B Whatley)

Honoring St. Clare of Assisi

Jack Wintz, OFM August 11, 2023

The daughter of a noble family, Clare of Assisi was known for her deep spirituality and love for the poor. Her heart was attracted to the radical way of life preached by St. Francis.