Franciscan Spirituality
Seven Followers of St. Francis: Venerable Marthe Robin
Venerable Marthe Robin: “It seems to me that I am no more than a very tiny thing in the arms of God, and that I will remain so until I die. I do not know what He wants to do with me, but I desire it all.”
Seven Followers of St. Francis: Louis Massignon
Louis Massignon: “Man is not made for works of external mercy, but first of all to worship the divine Guest in his heart, in the present moment.”
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Seven Followers of St. Francis: Eve Lavalliere
Eve Lavalliere: “I thank You, O my God, that You have given me shelter beneath your roof. Abandonment, love, trust—such is my motto.”
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Seven Followers of St. Francis: Father Daniel Egan
Father Daniel Egan: “If we had the vision of faith, we would see beneath every behavior—no matter how repulsive.”
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Seven Followers of St. Francis: Blessed Angela Salawa
Blessed Angela Salawa: “Lord, I live by your will. I shall die when you desire. Save me because you can.”
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St. Francis: Giving Comfort to Weary Soldiers
A former military chaplain explains how St. Francis can be an example for those struggling with the traumas of war.
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Your Field Guide to Flying Saints
There are some saints who were so immersed in prayer that their feet literally left the ground. While amazing, this is by no means unique.
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