Franciscan Saints
St. Francis and the Animals
It’s hard to separate Francis of Assisi and animals. Stories abound of how this great saint could communicate with animals and felt at one with all creation.
Mychal Judge, OFM: Hero on 9/11
We could all learn from Father Mychal Judge's unconditional and inclusive kind of love—his accepting of others as they are.
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Saint Teresa of Calcutta
Saint Teresa of Calcutta was born in Albania, but is known for her work in India. A member of the Sisters of Loreto, she felt a call to live among the poor. While working with the poorest of the poor ...
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St. Francis and the Eucharist
St. Francis encouraged all of us to see the humble goodness of God in the Eucharist, and to "pour out our hearts" to him in gratitude.
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Praying Always
Just as there are seasons in the year, there are seasons in our prayer lives.
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Saint Francis and Prayer
Francis was as much subject to self-doubt as any of us. His motives were purified in prayer; his ego became right-sized there.
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