Peace
Build Something Beautiful
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.
Make Space for Peace
Making time to just sit and be still can seem countercultural to what we are told to do daily. It's in the moments when we allow ourselves to be still that we can encounter a peace that is life-giving.
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The Depths of the Carceri
Eremo delle Carceri is a hermitage upon Mount Subasio where Francis and his brothers spent extended periods in prayerful solitude.
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In Search of Serenity
Each time I pray the words of the Serenity Prayer, I am reminded of how I am not in control of my life or the people and situations around me.
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Countering Violence
While incidents of violence range in scope and size, they all leave damage and suffering in their wake. Such violence stands in sharp contrast to the beauty of life that God created.
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Drink of One Spirit
As the 2024 election draws closer and tempers flare, let us pray that the message above from St. Paul
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Are We Losing the Soul of America?
One of the issues that has dominated the headlines in the United States is immigration. How do our Christian and Franciscan values serve as a guiding light in an issue that is complex and nuanced, yet at the same time ...
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