Franciscan Spirituality

Graffiti and a sign that says "Nothing is Impossible"

All Things Are Possible

All mystics wonder what is happening to them when the Holy Spirit asks them to believe the seemingly impossible notion that God wants to enter their lives.

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Deep and Abiding Love

I know many of us feel disjointed right now, unsure of how we will ever feel whole as a nation again or engage in peaceful, fruitful dialogue.
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A Way of Being in the World

I hope that in our life of faith we can bring our full selves.
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God’s Ways, Not Ours

Someone who constantly engages in “if only” thinking will never truly be at peace.
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What Is Your Song?

A jazz saxophonist once put it this way: “Music pulls me deeper into being.” 
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God’s Humble Heart

God gives us everything we need to attain all of God’s gracious promises.
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Conversion Is Never Easy

Imagine the logistics and the dangers St. Francis and his companion navigated to bring his message of peace—especially to a man from another culture.
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