Saint Francis

A living sign of the Father’s love in the world ~ Pope Francis has long made mercy one of the primary focuses of his papacy. Because he has sought to reach those in the fold…

 Prepare for Advent and the Holiday season with thoughtful books and gifts from our ministries ~ Advent prepares our hearts to receive Christ.  Franciscan Media is your resource for inspiration and holiday gift-giving.

Br. Tim talks about his new blog, a spiritual diary called “Omnes Donum Est” (All Is Gift) ~ Br. Tim with his Missioning Crucifix More than once Br. Tim Lamb, OFM, has been…

Br. John R. Barker, OFM Remember in school there was always one kid who not only welcomed a scholastic challenge, he doted on it?  John Barker was that kid.  Academic stuff is my life, he says “This is…

“There is more money in selling children than in trafficking” ~ Photos by Delcia Lopez and Toni Cashnelli A tired but happy mom and her son. Photo © Delcia Lopez Clutching a plastic bag…

For so many of us, our fathers are our heroes ~ Their examples of love, strength, integrity, responsibility, and sacrifice can help us become who we are. As you reflect on your own father, we thought you might enjoy…

Fr. Murray’s father, Louis, who inspired the poem, ‘Trout Streaming’ Trout Streaming My dad still stands fly fishing a small stream in Arizona He’s 81, his cast smooth, waders rolled…

Fr. Jeff’s Dad, Gordon Scheeler When I was 16 and just got my driver’s license, I was driving with my younger brother to a Red’s baseball game, and I had my first accident. I was using my dad’s…

Fr. Richard Goodin, Jr., OFM, with his father Richard My father used to wear classy suits to work.  He worked in the office (at the family business) and like his father and uncle, he wore business dress daily. …

Provincial Minister Fr. Jeff Scheeler, OFM, greets Pope Francis. Photo: ©L’Osservatore Romano “Thank you, Holy Father, for the hope that you give us.” ~ Fr. Jeff with General Minister Fr. Michael Perry, OFM The General…