The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. Christopher
Franciscan spirituality can awaken a vision of hope amid the challenges we face.
Beware of Scam Requests for Money and Gift Cards
Never send gift card info or money in response to a “request from Jane” or another leader in the Order.
CONGRATULATIONS BISHOP JAMES RUGGIERI, OFS
Bishop Ruggieri, who was previously a pastor in Providence, Rhode Island, was ordained a bishop on May 7, 2024, soon after being professed into our Order on April 13, 2024. He has been assigned to the Diocese of Portland which encompasses all of Maine.
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. Christopher
Let us witness that Christ’s gift of love is still relevant.
Gospel to Life – Life to Gospel
I heard of a story years ago, of a young man making numerous attempts to change the world. With so much chaos and darkness, he felt it was falling apart. He was disheartened because his efforts seemed fruitless.
Triduum of St. Francis of Assisi
Begin observing the feast of St. Francis of Assisi today with Triduum prayers just released by CIOFS. Day 1 begins with this encouragement from St. Francis, "In that love which is God, I entreat all my friars, ministries and subjects, to put away every attachment, all care and solicitude, and serve, love, honour, and adore our Lord and God with a pure heart and mind; this is what He seeks above all else."
REGIONAL ROUNDUP and Eucharistic Congress
In this issue, five of the 30 regions are highlighted. ... ALSO “The Tenth National Eucharistic Congress is an invitation to experience profound personal revival so that we can be sent out to share Christ’s Love with the world that so desperately needs it.” The OFS-USA has been diligently working over the past year to present our Secular Franciscan branch of the Family to the attendees at this monumental event. - Booth #312
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. Christopher
The deeper Francis grew in relation to Christ, the more he found himself related to things of creation as brother.
The Story of the White Bird
A good friend shared this experience-and it’s one to be shared - not only because it’s a true story but because of its uplifting and reaffirming message. To protect identity, I’ll refer to my friend as a female although you need to understand “she” could be anyone. My good friend was going through a “dark” time. ...
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. Christopher
"Whoever encounters Francis must think of Christ." Romano Guardini, 1953