One Nation Under God
A walk along the Tijuana-San Diego border opens this pilgrim’s eyes to the plight of refugees.
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The Franciscan School of Theology: Presence at a Distance
A Franciscan education offers a unique, Christ-centered viewpoint into Catholicism. Franciscan spirituality is faithful to the gospel and the Church, rooted in prayer, contemplation, and most importantly, service.
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Earth’s Limited Resources
Reflect St. Francis of Assisi was Pope Francis “guide and inspiration” for his letter Laudato Si about the environment. Because St. Francis saw the world with more than “intellectual appreciation or economic calculus,” he would sometimes sing in wonder at ...
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Thank God for Dirt
After spending all day gardening with my kids, I realized something: Dirt is delightful.
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Sustaining a Joyous Easter Feeling
That joyous Easter feeling should last all year, this friar says.
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The Franciscan Connection to the Stations of the Cross
Praying the Way of the Cross is a familiar Lenten practice for many, but a closer look at this popular tradition reveals surprising connections to Franciscan spirituality.
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