Franciscan Saints
Seven Days with Solanus Casey: Relying on Mary
“The Blessed Virgin Mary! Next to Jesus Himself, and always with Him, may she ever be our refuge and our stay during this pilgrimage on earth.” —Solanus Casey
Seven Days with Solanus Casey: Simple, Sublime Faith
"What does it matter where we go? Wherever we go, won't we be serving God there?" —Solanus Casey
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Words of Wisdom from St. Clare of Assisi
Through her writings, St. Clare of Assisi offers us a guide to a stronger faith life.
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The Franciscan Saints: Junipero Serra
During his time in California, Junipero Serra baptized, confirmed, married, and buried thousands of Native Americans.
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Franciscan Beliefs, Spirituality, and Philosophy
Though we may not all formally profess to follow Francis of Assisi’s way of life, we can all cultivate Franciscan hearts.
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Saint Anthony of Padua
An Augustinian monk who was inspired by the martyrdom of Franciscan missionaries, Saint Anthony of Padua joined the Franciscans hoping to be a missionary. But God had other plans for him. He became one of the outstanding philosopher/theologians of the ...
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Saint Anthony Novena Day Nine: Model of Conversion
Was Anthony’s faith when he died in 1231 the same as when he became a Friar Minor in 1220? In many ways yes, but in other important ways no.
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