Franciscan Spirituality

Father Kevin Regan of the Archdiocese of Washington demonstrates the granting of absolution that occurs during the sacrament of reconciliation. The priest, acting in the person of Christ, can absolve a person of their sins with their contrition, confession and penance. (CNS photo/Nancy Phelan Wiechec) (Feb. 5, 2013) See LENT-CONFESSION Jan. 30, 2013. Editors: Photo was taken for the purpose of illustration and not during an actual confession.

Lent and the Sacrament of Reconciliation

Jim Van Vurst, OFM March 4, 2022

Now that we are in the midst of the Lenten season, parishes will be offering several opportunities to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Saint David of Wales

Franciscan Media March 1

Saint David of Wales was by legend the nephew of King Arthur. He was educated under the tutelage of Saint Paulinus, whose sight he allegedly restored.

The Hope of Lent

Diane M. Houdek February 23, 2022

There’s something attractive about Lent beginning in the middle of an ordinary week, catching us in the midst of our daily occupations and asking us to take time out to find God there.

Ask a Franciscan about…Lent and Easter

Pat McCloskey, OFM February 21, 2022

My lifelong curiosity prompts me to ask: 1) When and how did Ash Wednesday originate? 2) What was the specific thinking that inspired this practice? 3) Can you recommend reference sources on this subject?

My Love Letter to God

Murray Bodo, OFM February 14, 2022

God is love. That is all we know and all that matters in the end.

Sisterhood of Saints: Josephine Bakhita

Melanie Rigney February 8, 2022

St. Josephine Bakhita shows us that mercy and love can conquer the evils of our world.

Man looking at the sun | Photo by Zac Durant on Unsplash

Glory to You, O Lord

Jeremy Harrington, OFM January 25, 2022

Christ shared his glory with his disciples. He breathed upon them and sent his Holy Spirit upon them for the forgiveness of sins. He does the same for us today.