Franciscan Spirituality

Let Us Be Followers of Francis

Stephen Copeland August 18, 2020

On the brink of election season, it already feels like the tension in our country has reached a peak unparalleled in my lifetime.

St. Teresa of Kolkata gives comfort to a sick man at the Missionaries of Charity home in Kolkata, India, in this undated photo. (OSV News photo/KNA)

Mother Teresa and Francis of Assisi: Two Saints, One Spirit

Franciscan Media July 28, 2020

Every day after Holy Communion, Mother Teresa and her community would say the Peace Prayer of Saint Francis.

Hope & Humility: Our Weapons against COVID-19

Kyle Kramer July 2, 2020

Most of us want to believe that the world is fundamentally predictable and safe.

How Can Anyone Pray ‘Always’?

Richard Rohr, OFM June 11, 2020

Prayer is saying “yes” to the paschal mystery at work in all things.

Saint Junípero Serra’s Camino

Stephen J. Binz June 1, 2020

Pilgrimages may seem out of reach. California’s 21 missions bring this holy journey close to home. Enjoy Junípero Serra's Camino.

Prayers for the Dying: A Meditation for Lent

Jim Van Vurst, OFM May 31, 2020

For me, visiting a dying person is a special, graced-filled moment because I am so much aware of the loving care the Church gives to one about to enter eternity.

Beyond Sticks and Stones

Jennie Withers May 30, 2020

His name is Ismael, which means "May God hear. " It is an appropriate name for this 15-year-old young man of slight build, whose warm smile and lively brown eyes reveal he has wisdom to share.