Franciscan Saints
Powerful 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.
Read More →
The Friars Next Door
Following in the footsteps of St. Francis, three friars have set up shop in the poorest neighborhood in Detroit.
Read More →
Looking Back, Moving Forward
As the new year draws closer, let us be a light in the darkness for others.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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.
Read More →
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 ...
Read More →
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.