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Saint Francis: Il Poverello
Saint Francis: Il Poverello

On October 4, Franciscan men and women join other Christians, many religious people of other faiths, and countless people of goodwill throughout the world to honor the inspiring memory of Francis of Assisi, known as “il Poverello," that is, "the little poor one."

Dominic Monti, OFM
Dominic Monti, OFM
September 29, 2024
3 min
Position Open: Duns Scotus Assistant Professor in Franciscan Studies at Durham University
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To Die and so to Grow: The Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ
To Die and so to Grow: The Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ

In this week's Gospel reflection, Brother Larry Hayes, OFM, and Greg Friedman, OFM, explore the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.  Although written specifically for the friars, we have also included Brother Larry's Easter message due to its universal appeal to all brothers and sisters in Christ. 

Lent Through a Franciscan Lens: The Commemoration of the Lord’s Entrance into Jerusalem
Lent Through a Franciscan Lens: The Commemoration of the Lord’s Entrance into Jerusalem

In this week's Gospel reflection, Ryan Thornton, OFM, and Greg Friedman, OFM, explore the commemoration of the Lord’s entrance into Jerusalem.

Lent Through a Franciscan Lens: Jesus Contemplates his Passion
In Memory of Chiara Augusta Lainati, O.S.C.
Lent Through a Franciscan Lens: Jesus meets Nicodemus
Lent Through a Franciscan Lens: Jesus Drives Out the Money Changers in the Temple
Lent Through a Franciscan Lens: Jesus Drives Out the Money Changers in the Temple

In this week's Gospel reflection, Greg Friedman, OFM, and Michael Johnson, OFM, contemplate Jesus driving out the money changers in the temple.

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