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The Franciscan Family: Who’s Who?
This short chronology describes branches of the Franciscan family.
Pat McCloskey, OFM
Sep 32 min read
This Mom Cares for Creation
Most of the time when people speak of creation in October, it’s in reference to St. Francis of Assisi. He is, after all, the patron saint of ecology and animals, and October 4 marks his feast day.
Susan Hines-Brigger
Sep 32 min read
St. Francis: Inspired By the Cross
Francis of Assisi’s “Prayer Before the Crucifix” does not start with “Woe is me” or some dark misery of the heart. Rather, it focuses on the glory and sublime beauty of God.
Jack Wintz, OFM
Sep 33 min read
In the Footsteps of Francis
Father Jack Wintz, OFM, reflects on ways in which St. Francis, whose feast day is October 4, can serve as a model for simplicity in the midst of hectic lives.
Jack Wintz, OFM
Sep 32 min read
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