St. Francis of Assisi
St. Clare’s Final Blessing
Francis was canonized a mere two years after he died. Clare lived on for another twenty-seven years.
‘I Have Done My Part’
Francis attempted to do no more than to live out the teachings of Christ and the spirit of the Gospel.
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God’s Wisdom and Grace
The Spirit of God’s love lives in us. Our lives are holy and secure in Christ.
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My Deepest Way of Praying
As I look back over the decades since my stay in Assisi, I try to give my moments to the people and the animals in my life now.
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Holy Simplicity
Maybe Francis had the better way to follow—to do as God desires, with course corrections along the way, rather than sitting and fretting over what God really means.
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Water Is My Refuge
Healing is ultimately a journey of interacting with water as a comforter, teacher, counselor, friend, or—as St. Francis named her—sister.
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The Timelessness of St. Francis
With the feast of St. Francis of Assisi on October 4, we as a Church—and beyond—take a moment to recognize the world-shaking faith and example of this holy man.
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