St. Francis of Assisi

man holding his hands over his heart

Only God Can Change Hearts

Francis himself realized that prayer or fasting cannot change one’s heart. Only God can.

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man standing on a beach with his hands raised

St. Francis, Spirit-Filled

Francis no longer saw his body as something apart from him. He was his body; the spirit and body were one. He was one person.
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hands carrying a candle.

To Live Like St. Francis

St. Francis was a heartfelt ally to everything and everyone around him.
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Brother Brian Henry Newbigging, OFM Conv

Brother Brian Henry Newbigging, OFM Conv, has a unique insight into the work that goes into making these beautiful, symbolic objects. 
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woman sitting on a couch reading a book in a minimalist room.

The Joy of Minimalism

Simplicity brings clarity and joy, freeing us from the burdens of excess.
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person making a fist with hand, holding on to a cross necklace

Be Bold in Your Love for God

How great must have been Saint Francis’ reverence for God’s name and God’s love!
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woman holding a Bible in her hands, close to her body.

Reverence for the Word

Again and again, Saint Francis admonishes us to hold reverently the words of God which hold God himself in their mystery.
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