Franciscans
Finding the Kingdom of God
Our temptation is to admire saints from such a distance that we forget they were still human beings who cooperated with God’s grace.
Franciscan Synod: A Time to Listen
Franciscan charism, lifestyle, and mission—those were the three things discussed at the recent Franciscan synod.
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A Deepened Relationship with God
Prayer is the cornerstone of Franciscan life, fostering a deep relationship with God.
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A Lot to Celebrate
The month of October is a special one for us here at Franciscan Media, the parent company of this magazine. This is the month when we celebrate the feast of St. Francis.
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Father Phil Ley, OFM Conv
San Antonio may be a half a world away from Assisi, but Father Phil Ley guesses that St. Francis would have found himself at home at a shelter that welcomes immigrants with no place else to go.
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Vincent Petersen, OFM Conv
Father Vincent Petersen, OFM Conv, a connection with the natural world was there from the start.
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St. Francis of Assisi: Preacher, Poet
The spirituality of St. Francis of Assisi is not so much about the heroic deed as it is about the heroic love with which even the smallest deed is done. That is very clear from the quintessential story of Perfect ...
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