Franciscan Saints

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When Jesus Broke the Rules

What do you do when you know what is right, but the rules forbid it?

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The Gospels According to Saint Francis

Francis sums up his love for God in his simple little prayer: “My God and my all.”
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Saint Francis and Pope Francis: Men of peace

Pope Francis & Saint Francis: Models of Peace

The faith life of Saint Francis was never still. Though he was comfortable with solitude and prayer, he was a doer.
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Prayers to Saint Anthony of Padua

It is a venerable Christian tradition to turn in prayer to Anthony of Padua—and to other saintly men and women already enjoying the glorious presence of God.
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The Friars Next Door

Following in the footsteps of St. Francis, three friars have set up shop in the poorest neighborhood in Detroit.
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Looking Back, Moving Forward

As the new year draws closer, let us be a light in the darkness for others.
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Sisterhood of Saints: Clare of Assisi

Louise de Marillac and Vincent de Paul. Paula and Jerome. Teresa of Avila and John of the Cross. It’s not unusual for women saints to have had non-romantic ministry or spiritual instruction relationships with men also honored by the Church.
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