USA Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Consecration of the USA to the Sacred Heart of Jesus - by Whom and why
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – 5th Sunday of Easter – Fr. Christopher
The cross unmasks the world’s definition of truth (control, dominance, certainty) and replaces them with a costly self-giving love that does not defend itself.
Prayer and Contemplation – OFS Rule Article 8
Contemplative prayer can be a gift. But even when it is a gift, it is a discipline, of heart, of mind, of disposition.
Welcoming Fr. Cid Joseph to the CNSA
Fr. Cidouane (Cid) Joseph appointed to the CNSA and as OFS Animator for Our Lady of Guadalupe Province, OFM.
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – Good Shepherd Sunday – 4th Sunday of Easter – Fr. Christopher
The abundant life is a matter of the heart. The heart is the sheepfold of abundance. And must be guarded.
God’s Joy Makes Us Evangelizers
Patrick Mendes, former U.S. National Minister of the OFS (2006-2009), said in an interview, “It is not what we do but what we bring to what we do. What we bring is our charism - our charism of our peace and joy and love for God’s creation.” The next question then becomes, “How can I bring this to others? I’m shy. I can’t speak in a group. I’m not educated in apologetics. I’m just a layperson!”
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – The Road to Anywhere and Everywhere – Fr. Christopher
And so, Jesus fed the disciples not just with bread, but with Himself: His body, His life, His love, His compassion and strength, His forgiveness and hope, His holy and life-giving spirit.
Faith and Action: Transcendent or Immanent?
Anyone who has spent time with varied Franciscan fraternities knows that there are different ways of living the faith and putting it into action. On the one hand, some emphasize a strong sense of liturgy and worship, morality, virtue, and doctrine. ... On the other hand, there are those whose focus is in this world. ...
A Jubilee Invitation: Reflecting on “Sister Death—Gate of Life”
The Franciscan University of Steubenville will host an academic conference in honor of the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi. Secular Franciscans are invited to attend.
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – Divine Mercy Sunday – Fr. Christopher
. In the presence of the Risen Lord in person, Thomas steps forward and makes a most exalted act of faith contained in the Gospel: “My Lord and my God.”