This spirit of humility acts as the foundation for all subsequent characteristics that compose a Franciscan approach to ministry. Francis was less concerned about what someone did in the world than about how someone did it. Here we see the saint’s admiration for the humility of Christ emerge as part of the centerpiece of his […]
Happy Thanksgiving!
Here is a Thanksgiving reflection from the Franciscan Monestary of the Holy Land. Whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. – Colossians 3:17
What is ours to do.
The following short refections help introduce particularly Franciscan and Catholic approaches to the decision-making process each of us undergoes in an election season. Given their brevity, these pieces are not intended to address the complexity of the issues, but rather to provide broad parameters for use in our discernment of “what is ours to do.” […]
St. Clare – 800th year Anniversary.
St. Clare was one of the early followers of St. Francis of Assisi. In 2012 the Franciscan family celebrates the 800th anniversary of Clare’s decision to leave her family for a life of poverty and ministry. Contemporary accounts glow with admiration of her life in the convent of San Damiano in Assisi. She served the […]
What is Perfect Joy?
Raise your hand if you would like to have Perfect Joy. (raising mine…) Life gives us opportunities for Perfect Joy almost daily, however these opportunities, or conditions, may not be what we think. Do we recognize them as gifts…opportunities for Perfect Joy? The following is an excerpt from The Little Flowers of St. Francis of Assisi: Once when walking […]