The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. Christopher
Fear and anxiety are human constructs, human obstacles when we lack what is necessary to bring forth the good in ourselves and the good in others.
Promises Made, Promises Kept
Many of us, who may have spent years living with our spouse, have been reminded of our matrimonial promise….to love, honor, and cherish. In sickness and health, for better or for worse, till death do we part.
Puzzles & Important Information TAU-USA Digital #111
These Puzzles and Important Information originally appeared in the TAU-USA Spring 2024 Digital Issue #111 – GOSPEL TO LIFE BOOKSTORE INFORMATION IS UPDATED June 20, 2024.
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. Christopher
In his homily for the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Christopher delves into today’s readings, revealing the nature of Jesus’ power over evil, sickness and death.
“The presence of Christ within you makes for peace and all good, and makes you more aware of the people around you, […]
Prayer inspired by Pope Francis’ Laudate Deum
This prayer is inspired by Laudate Deum, Pope Francis' apostolic exhortation on care for creation in follow-up to Laudato Si'. Laudate Deum is available on the Vatican website under “Apostolic Exhortations.”
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. Christopher
The theme of the Book of Job is not precisely suffering, but rather how to speak of God in the midst of suffering. What justifies Job’s humanity is that in spite of his suffering he was able to speak well of God.
St. John the Baptist Fraternity Essay Contest Winner
With brilliance and insight, Jordan weaves a philosophical connection between beauty and God as proclaimed by St. Francis in the Canticle of the Sun. Jordan received a $100 prize and a Word of Fire Bible. We hope that you are inspired by the thoughtful writing of this young man. Praise be to God!
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Fr. Christopher
The mustard seed . . . "once sown, springs up and becomes the largest of plants and puts forth large branches, so that the birds of the sky can dwell in its shade".
The Cross and St. Francis
On Friday, January 5, 2024, at the Sanctuary of La Verna, the Franciscan Family officially opened the VIII Centenary of the Stigmata of St. Francis, with an event entitled “From the wounds to new life.” Eight centuries ago this year, up on the same mountain, on September 17, 1224, he received the stigmata; that is, the wounds of Christ were revealed on his hands, feet, and side. However, St. Francis’ interiorization of the cross took place much earlier. It happened around 1205-06, at the beginning of his conversion.
The San Damiano Cross and the Blue Cross – Call and Response
While unable to record this week's homily due to travel for the OFS, Fr. Christopher Panagoplos, TOR, offers us a way to reflect on the call and the response of St. Francis.