Saints Francis and Anthony

St. Anthony of Padua: Finder, Teacher, Matchmaker, Guide

Father Norman Perry, OFM April 26, 2024

This friar writes about the popular customs and devotions to St. Anthony.

Read More →

People pray in front of a statue of St. Anthony at a convent in Rio de Janeiro on the feast of St. Anthony of Padua June 13. (CNS photo/Pilar Olivares, Reuters)

Devotion to St. Anthony of Padua

Father Norman Perry, OFM June 16, 2023

Saint Anthony is always asked to intercede with God for the return of things lost or stolen.

Read More →

A sign greets visitors to the meditation garden at the Franciscan Renewal Center in Scottsdale, Ariz., in this October 2014 photo. Pope Francis' long-anticipated encyclical on the environment was released at the Vatican June 18. (CNS photo/Nancy Wiechec)

Saints Anthony and Francis Loved Creation

Jack Wintz, OFM June 15, 2023

As we strive to respect God’s earth, let us love the natural world as they did.

Read More →

Loving Brothers, Beloved Saints: Francis and Anthony

Dominic V. Monti, OFM June 12, 2023

The Franciscans now had Francis and Anthony who symbolized two strains that would exist, sometimes in tension, among them from that time forward.

Read More →

Why St. Anthony Holds the Child Jesus

Jack Wintz, OFM May 12, 2021

This friar offerings a refreshing take on this beloved saint.

Read More →

Statue of St. Anthony and the Christ Child

St. Anthony: Portugal’s Favorite Son

Carol Ann Morrow May 22, 2019

In this month of celebration, it’s difficult to believe that Anthony ever left the city of his birth. He surely can be found there now.

Read More →

1 2 Next »

Subscribe to Our Blog

Subscribe

Our Mission

We are Franciscan Media, a sponsored ministry of the Franciscan Friars of Our Lady of Guadalupe Province. We strive to inspire a loving world that embraces the Franciscan spirit of harmony, joy, and simplicity. May our resources renew your spirit as we share God’s love in the spirit of St. Francis and St. Clare.