Franciscan Spirituality
Mychal Judge, OFM: Hero on 9/11
Jack Wintz, OFM
September 9, 2022
We could all learn from Father Mychal Judge’s unconditional and inclusive kind of love—his accepting of others as they are.
A Meditation on the Good Samaritan
Jack Wintz, OFM
September 1, 2022
The story of the Good Samaritan is simple: “Love God and love your neighbor as yourself.”
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St. Francis and the Eucharist
John R. Barker, OFM
August 25, 2022
St. Francis encouraged all of us to see the humble goodness of God in the Eucharist, and to "pour out our hearts" to him in gratitude.
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Notes from a Friar: Life Everlasting
Jim Van Vurst, OFM
August 18, 2022
I see heaven as one infinitely loving gathering of God’s people…one that will never end.
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Saint Francis and Prayer
Pat McCloskey, OFM
August 16, 2022
Francis was as much subject to self-doubt as any of us. His motives were purified in prayer; his ego became right-sized there.
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Loving St. Clare of Assisi
Sister Claire André Gagliardi, OSC
August 11, 2022
Within each of us is the potential to be a light focusing attention on God’s presence in our world. Clare of Assisi’s life reveals just how much light she shed.
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Sister Marie Lucey, OSF
Patrick Carolan
August 9, 2022
After 60 years, Sister Marie is still working hard for justice and peace.
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