Franciscan Spirituality
‘The Divine Is Superabundant’
May we seek to adopt an imaginative and prayerful stance toward an abundant reality. May creativity help us to mine that reality and heighten our awareness of grace.
Broken in Spirit
The majority of the healing encounters in the Gospels are initiated by the person who desires healing.
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Our Family of Creation
Will we see our pets and other creatures in the next life? Only God can answer a question like this.
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The Enduring Prayer of St. Francis
Wind, water, fire, and earth are creation’s basic elements that work together to sustain life.
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Seven Days with Solanus Casey
The monastery doorbell rang at two o’clock in the morning. Father Solanus Casey ran down the steps to the door before anyone else was awakened. When he opened the door, a big, burly fellow blurted out, “Where’s that Father Solanus? I want ...
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Pray to Saints for Peace
With God’s help through the intercession of the saints, may our world be set free from war, violence, and terrorism.
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Why Was St. Francis So Devoted to Mary?
I have heard that St. Francis of Assisi was very devoted to Mary, the mother of Jesus. Why? Did Francis write about her?
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