Franciscan Spirituality

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How Does Jesus Live in Me?

Christ, the Word incarnate, is the person in whom each person finds his or her unique meaning and origin.

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Lent with Padre Pio: Ash Wednesday

On this journey, we will be accompanied by St. Pio of Pietrelcina, more commonly known as Padre Pio. This humble Capuchin friar embodied the true spirit of walking with Christ throughout his life.
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Dear Reader: The Beauty of Change

Every spring, I am amazed when I watch the world begin to wake up from its long winter slumber and once again bring forth its beauty.
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Sister Death

The Great Surrender: Embracing ‘Sister Death’ 

St. Francis embraced all journeys of life—and even his own death—with a willing heart. 
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The Hidden Sanctuary of Holy Angels 

Tucked away in Belmont, North Carolina, Holy Angels has not only cared for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities but has also transformed lives, including those of the caregivers.  
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M. Karolyn Nunes, FSGM: Guiding Women Through Spiritual Discernment

Sister M. Karolyn took the name “Mary Karolyn” to reflect her admiration of and devotion to Karol Wojtyla, who became Pope John Paul II. 
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How Is the Date of Easter Determined? 

This year, Easter is very late but can be even later. It can, however, come as early as March 21. Who approved this wide variance? 
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