Franciscan Spirituality

Lent with Padre Pio: Third Monday

Padre Pio’s day usually lasted about 19 hours. Each day for him was another opportunity to bring people closer into communion with Christ.

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Illustration of Saint Carlo Acutis

Dear Carlo Acutis…

A proud member of Generation X pens an open letter to the millennial saint, Carlo Acutis. 
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The synod brought friars, members of the Franciscan family, and laity together to discern where the Holy Spirit is leading the Franciscan Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe into the future

Franciscan Synod: A Time to Listen

Franciscan charism, lifestyle, and mission—those were the three things discussed at the recent Franciscan synod.
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Lent with Padre Pio: Third Sunday

Following a vision in which Christ appeared and pierced the friar in the side with a sword, Padre Pio was left with a physical wound to his side.
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man holds up a sign

Housing First, Humanity Always 

In a city known for its relentless pace, St. Francis Friends of the Poor offers a sanctuary where time slows and healing begins.  
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Lent with Padre Pio: Second Saturday

All of us have had times when we’ve reacted harshly or unkindly to someone. Padre Pio was not exempt from this either.
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Lent with Padre Pio: Second Friday

Meditate on Padre Pio's words. He sought God's grace during every trial. How might we follow his example this Lent?
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