Franciscan Saints

Saint Anthony Novena Day One: Man of Many Talents

Pat McCloskey, OFM June 4, 2022

In almost 11 years as a Friar Minor, Anthony had six very different ministries in three countries. Today we might ask, “Why couldn’t he keep a job?”

The Franciscan Embrace of ‘the Other’

Margaret Carney, OSF May 25, 2022

The call to enter into the world of “the other” contains a costly component. Moving from accepted bias, taboos, and prejudices is not an easy step.

Young Afghan refugee in the united states

Welcoming Afghan Refugees

Patrick Carolan May 25, 2022

Inspired by St. Francis, this author reaches beyond language and cultural differences to connect with Afghan refugees resettling in the United States.

Archbishop from Assisi brings first-class relic of Blessed Acutis to US

OSV News April 6, 2022

Archbishop Domenico Sorrentino of Assisi, Italy, brought a first-class relic of Blessed Carlos Acutis to a Catholic high school on Long Island April 4 as he began a five-day tour with the relic.

Saint David of Wales

Franciscan Media March 1

Saint David of Wales was by legend the nephew of King Arthur. He was educated under the tutelage of Saint Paulinus, whose sight he allegedly restored.

The Hope of Lent

Diane M. Houdek February 23, 2022

There’s something attractive about Lent beginning in the middle of an ordinary week, catching us in the midst of our daily occupations and asking us to take time out to find God there.