Franciscan Spirituality

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Healing Earth and Spirit

Despite their differences, Francis and Bonaventure shared a love of God and a common vision of Christ as the center of creation and goal of spiritual maturity.

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Spirituality & Sport: Training to Be Present

Perhaps in the only way I am like any of the elite athletes who compete at the Olympics, I can sometimes let circumstances overwhelm me or distract me from being present in the moment.
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A Fountain of Love and Light

Light is at the heart of Bonaventure’s spiritual vision. Bonaventure’s God is a fountain of love and light.
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Spirituality & Sport: Swimming in Grace

Through swimming and my dad, I helped to learn this immense love from God.
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God’s Glory in All Things

When did “God” become more than a word to you? When, even for just a moment, did you glimpse the meaning of your life?
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Spirituality & Sport: Pickleball in the Franciscan Tradition

A pickleball enthusiast draws parallels between her favorite sport and the Franciscan tradition.
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God Shows Us Patience

Humans do not have the patience or the humility of God.
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