Franciscan Spirituality

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Bedrock of Franciscan Peacemaking

Murray Bodo, OFM May 12, 2024

Mutual giving and receiving is the bedrock of Franciscan peacemaking.

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Be Vulnerable in the Moment

Richard Rohr, OFM May 11, 2024

We have to remember that how we do anything is how we do everything. How we do this moment is how we are going to do the next moment.

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Jesus Calls Us

Casey Cole, OFM May 10, 2024

Jesus is calling us, and we must be willing to let go of what keeps us from him.

A newly released image of St. Padre Pio is seen in this undated photo. The Vatican hosted a presentation of 10 new photos of the Capuchin saint April 29, 2024. (CNS photo/Courtesy Saint Pio Foundation)

New photos reveal many sides of St. Padre Pio

OSV News May 10, 2024

A foundation that promotes devotion to St. Pio of Pietrelcina, more widely known as Padre Pio, is making 10 never-before-seen photographs of the saint available to the devout for free.

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Handmaid of the Lord

Murray Bodo, OFM May 6, 2024

She knew from the moment of the rush of Gabriel’s wings and his lilting “Hail, full of Grace,” that she was only the handmaid.

Morning Prayers

Julie Dortch Cragon May 4, 2024

Throughout the day, we should be mindful that God wishes to continually hear from us. But how can we possibly speak to God every minute when we are obviously busy?