Franciscan Spirituality

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Our True Source of Peace

“One is the human Spirit,” but the human Spirit is more than human because the human heart is unfathomable.

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God’s Time, Not Zuckerberg’s

There’s a wonderful upside to simple living: the possibility of becoming true craftsmen and craftswomen of the time we’re given. We all know that we only have so much of it. We can’t get it back or create more. We ...
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Make Room for Grace

We would do well to cultivate intentionality rather than undue attachment in our relationship with our belongings.
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Living Out the Gospel in Daily Life

Living out the Gospel message is central to Franciscan spirituality. St. Francis took the teachings of Jesus to heart, living a life of love, humility, and service.
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‘Do Not Be Disheartened’

Always bear in mind as a safe general rule that while God tries us by his crosses and sufferings, he always leaves us a glimmer of light by which we continue to have great trust in him and to recognize ...
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The Road to Emmaus

The Road to Emmaus: Accompanying Those with Mental Illness 

What does it mean to accompany one another? The road to Emmaus can be our guide, writes Father Fred Cabras, a Franciscan mental health professional. 
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How Much Is Enough? 

Franciscan spirituality is characterized by a dependence on God, humility, poverty, and simplicity. In a time of insecurity, how can we cultivate the faith that God will provide? 
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