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The Breath of God Within Us

Jesus, Newsletter, Prayer, Senior Friars

“Yahweh” ~ It is amazing how the revelation given us by God in the Book of Genesis, the first book of the Old Testament, says so much in so few words. In fact, though Genesis is 50 chapters long,…

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Book recommendations from Franciscan Media

Jesus, News, Newsletter, Pope Francis, Prayer, Saint Clare, Saint Francis

Meeting God in the Upper Room: Three Moments to Change Your Life Monsignor Peter J. Vaghi Recalling his own Holy Land pilgrimage experience, Monsignor Peter Vaghi explores three significant events in the life of the early Church…

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St. Anthony's sweet intercession.

Jesus, Newsletter, Prayer, Saint Anthony

Lost money could’ve been a real hardship but St. Anthony came through once again. ~ The parishioners in my church decided to provide chocolate rabbits for displaced children this Easter.  We collected donations and I was going to do…

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Authentic peace begins with charity

Jesus, Newsletter, Prayer, Saint Francis

Robert H. Mace When I first encountered the Franciscan Friars, my life was forever changed because the lives, ministries and message of these dedicated men was profoundly compelling.  I am reminded of St. Bonaventure’s suggestion that authentic peace begins…

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Praise for 'Lent with St. Francis'

Jesus, Lent and Easter, Newsletter, Prayer, Saint Francis

Lent with St. Francis, 2017: Meditations and Prayers for Each Day of Lent was very popular and we completely ran out.  We asked you to share your thoughts about the booklet. Mark Carroll, Secular Franciscan from Bay Village…

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Depression and Anxiety and Faith

Jesus, Newsletter, Prayer

Fr. Jim Van Vurst brings hope of God’s love to oppressed ~ Many people would say we are currently living in an “age of anxiety and depression.” You may have heard people refer to our present time (world-wide)…

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