Franciscan Spirituality
How to Be an Instrument of Peace
Martin Pable, OFM Cap
November 24, 2017
“May God smile on you and be merciful to you. May God turn his regard toward you and give you peace.” —St. Francis of Assisi
Solanus Casey’s Beatification Explained
Kelly Sundberg
November 17, 2017
All around the United States, people will celebrate the life of this holy Capuchin friar in November.
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Fiery Seraph Wings: A Meditation on St. Francis
Jack Wintz, OFM
October 30, 2017
La Verna is the holy mountain of the Franciscan tradition. This wild and secluded height was given to Francis and his companions as a place for solitary prayer by a certain Count Orlando who had been inspired by Francis’ preaching ...
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When Will the World End?
Jim Van Vurst, OFM
October 8, 2017
One of the most common questions people have about the end of the world is, simply, “What will happen in the future?”
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The Legacy of the Franciscans
Robert Ellsberg
October 5, 2017
There have been several Franciscan popes in history, most recently Pope Clement XIV (1769–1774).
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Reflecting on Death with Francis of Assisi
Greg Friedman, OFM
October 1, 2017
Around the world in October, we Franciscans celebrate the Feast of St. Francis (October 4).
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