Franciscan Spirituality

death and life

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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St. Francis’ Message: God’s House Is All of Creation

St. Francis’ Message: God’s House Is All of Creation
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Mural of Saint Francis in prayer

St. Francis: Reformer, True Son of the Church

In Francis, one finds someone a reformer and one fervently obedient to the Church and state.
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The Simple Truths of the Gospel

The four gospels are so simple and plain in their teaching that they can be read by anyone.
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Wolf of Gubbio

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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