The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – Solemnity of Corpus Christi – Fr. Christopher
For Francis, the Eucharist is the primary way in which he sees Christ’s continuing Incarnation in the world, the complete self-emptying of Christ.
All Creation Sings – Canticle of the Creatures Reflections
The first time I was introduced to the “Canticle of the Creatures,” I was easily captivated by its seemingly all-encompassing spirit of joy and praise of our good God. Without knowing Francis’ story well nor the context of this canticle’s writing, I imagined him frolicking through a vast field of flowers on a bright summer’s day, without a care in the world. Yes, a moment when the true blessings of the Lord can be so obvious, even to the most tepid of believers. What was this setting of inspiration? What treasure could so captivate St. Francis?
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – Trinity Sunday – Fr. Christopher
“Fear and honor, praise and consecrate, thank and adore the omnipotent Lord God in the Trinity and in the Unity, Father and Son and Holy Spirit, creator of all things.” (From the Earlier Rule)
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – Pentecost – Fr. Christopher
When we walk by the Spirit we will be kind and good, we grow gentle and faithful. We experience incomparable peace, a joy the world cannot give.
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – 7th Sunday of Easter – Fr. Christopher
The receiving and giving among the friends of Jesus creates a unity that becomes a message to the non-unified world, a world that lives by taking and holding.
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – 6th Sunday of Easter – Fr. Christopher
Peace signifies the restoration of harmonious relations between God and humankind. Peace is also the bond of accord between one another.
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – Fifth Sunday of Easter – Fr. Christopher
“Now is the Son of Man glorified:” the passion by which Jesus will be glorified is now beginning. Jesus, lifted up on the cross, is the glory of God shining on the world.
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – Fourth Sunday of Easter – Fr. Christopher
Jesus is the shepherd, we belong to Him, we recognize His voice, and we follow Him. A relationship dramatic and life-changing
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – Third Sunday of Easter – Fr. Christopher
God always calls us to more, always calls us to a higher level. But when we fall short, God accepts us, accepts what we offer.
The Gospel Through a Franciscan Lens – Divine Mercy Sunday – Fr. Christopher
It is God who is rich in mercy, whom Jesus Christ has revealed to us as Father. “The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness, keeping steadfast love for the thousandth generation, forgiving iniquity and sin” (Ex 34, 6-7).