Franciscan Spirituality

Thankful Man

Notes from a Friar: 10 Ways to Be Thankful

We have much for which to be thankful! Here are 10 ways to show it every day.

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two mugs of hot tea

Grace & Gratitude

Every once in a while, God shows us how to be his child.
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Pope Francis kissing a statue

Francis of Assisi, Francis of Rome

St. Francis looked around at the church and he began to repair the building, stone by stone. Pope Francis understands this metaphor.
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Activist standing by fire

Become a Prayerful Activist

St. Francis of Assisi was an activist, pacifist, and prophet. In our own small ways, we can mirror his revolutionary spirit.
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death and life

Notes from a Friar: The Hour of Our Death

No death is solitary, whether a soldier on the battlefield or a poor, abandoned person in an alleyway.
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Glory Be

The Glory Be and Me

In glorifying God, we can begin to sense the infinite glory of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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Praying with Purpose

Our restlessness can often lead us to a better prayer life.
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