Franciscan Spirituality
The Simple Truths of the Gospel
The four gospels are so simple and plain in their teaching that they can be read by anyone.
The Wolf of Gubbio, the Wolf Within
When you understand, you can be understood. The story of Francis and the wolf of Gubbio, whether it happened or not, reminds us of that.
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St. Francis of Assisi: The Ultimate Disciple
In poverty, Francis of Assisi found the greatest of riches.
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Saint Francis of Assisi
Saint Francis of Assisi: founder of the Franciscan family, Patron Saint of ecology, inspiration to thousands, claimed by people of all faiths as well as by those with no particular faith, a truly “catholic and apostolic man.” Though born in ...
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Novena to St. Francis | Day Nine: Death
In Francis’ final gift of poverty, he returned his mortal body to dust what was dust and to God what was God’s.
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Novena to St. Francis | Day Eight: Joy
Some of the same challenges that Francis knew in his lifetime are facing all of us today: division, disease, and war.
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Novena to St. Francis | Day Seven: Love
In the “Canticle,” Francis expresses a way of life, an inner attitude in which he learned to stand before God and to face life itself.
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