A Franciscan Blessing

May God bless you with discomfort at easy answers, half truths and superficial relationships, so that you may live deep within your heart. May God bless you with anger at injustice, oppression, and exploitation of people, so that you may work for justice, freedom and peace. May God bless you with tears to shed for … Read more

Use words only when necessary…

St. Francis said, “Preach the Gospel everday and use words only when necessary.” That’s part of the legend of Francis. That quote which came to me by way of a friend who was my adult introduction to a Franciscan way of life. I’m reluctant at times to share the Gospel with friends because the Gospel … Read more

Explaining a Spiritual Experience

I got this link today from a friend and it’s just beautiful. I hope it grounds you as it has me.Explaining a spiritual experience This is very beautiful and came from a friend who wanted to contribute something to what I’m trying to do here. I think there are lots of people out there who … Read more

I don’t know where I’m going…

I really don’t know where this blog will go but I’ve had it in my head and heart to have a blog where folks who’d like to celebrate peace and life in the manner of St. Francis and St. Clare could share ideas and maybe some prayers for each other and the world around us. … Read more