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How to Be an Instrument of Peace
Can we know ourselves as agents and instruments of peace in our time? If so, we will be conscious of the power of our words.
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A Journey into Franciscan Poverty
For 50 months this writer, spiritual life coach, cook, and retreat facilitator lived an itinerant lifestyle.
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A Revelation on Creation
The loss of a live oak leads to a new conception of the seven lively virtues.
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10 Verbs to Live By
Life is for living. Do it boldly with these 10 verbs.
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The Franciscan Friars of the Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe have made the difficult decision to conclude the operations of Franciscan Media by the end of 2025. Our daily features, including Saint of the Day, Minute Meditations, and Pause+Pray—as well as our popular newsletter—will continue!
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Episode 32

Eunice Park

A 50-Month Journey into Franciscan Poverty
Episode 26

Michael Calabria, OFM

The Sultan and St. Francis

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Colleen C. Mitchell

Martha and Mary: Jesus Loves Them Both

Mark P. Shea

Why It’s So Hard to Forgive 

Pat McCloskey, OFM

Lent: Knowing Who We Are Before God
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Sister Norma Pimentel’s Mission 

Franciscan Spirituality

That All May Be One 

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Encounter Jesus the Healer 

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