Franciscan Saints
Looking Back, Moving Forward
As the new year draws closer, let us be a light in the darkness for others.
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. Much like Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi.
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St. Clare of Assisi: A Little Plant or a Mighty Oak?
Saint Clare of Assisi offered a new approach to authority and sisterhood, to community prayer, to the enclosure, and to financial security.
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The Franciscan Saints: Solanus Casey
Capuchin Friar (1870–1957) Solanus Casey, the son of Irish immigrants in Wisconsin, felt called to the priesthood after witnessing a drunken sailor stabbing a woman. Somehow, this scene of sin and suffering caused Casey to dedicate himself to God and ...
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Radical Saint, Radical Faith: Clare of Assisi
She gave up a world of privilege for a world of poverty. Her profound faith is a model for us all.
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The Franciscan Saints: John Duns Scotus
Franciscan Theologian (ca. 1266–1308) John Duns Scotus, later known as the Subtle Doctor, was called Scotus on account of his birth in Scotland. He entered the Franciscans at the age of fifteen and was later ordained a priest. After studies ...
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The Franciscan Saints: Agnes of Bohemia
Agnes of Bohemia was born in Prague, where her father was the king of Bohemia.
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