Franciscan Saints

The God we see in this image is a God of such overflowing love that it spills over into all of creation and into our hearts.

Francis knew that idolatry was the key sin in the Old Testament.

For decades, the saints have been my mentors in prayer, faith companions whom the centuries cannot separate, beloved friends.

I began to deeply understand that I belonged not only to God, but also to those with whom I am in relationships.

The last line of St. Francis’ prayer presents us with one of the paradoxes of the spiritual journey.