Franciscan Life
Franciscan life is a love story — with God, with the poor, with the earth, with the stranger. Rooted in the spirit of Francis and Clare of Assisi, these posts explore what it means to embrace simplicity, kinship, and courageous countercultural choices in a world that constantly pushes the other direction. From returning land to Indigenous communities to the spirituality of dumpster diving to what the feast of St. Francis has to teach us today, this is a space for anyone drawn to the Franciscan way — whether you’ve taken vows or are just beginning to feel its pull.
Resources for Resistance
In this part of the world it’s back to school season, a time to take inventory of supplies, arrange schedules, and restart routines. Although I’m…
Jesus says, set them free
On Saturday August 16, 2025, hundreds gathered for Mass outside Alligator Alcatraz in protest of reported harsh conditions for the hundreds of immigrants held at…
The signs of these times
You know how to judge the appearance of the sky,but you cannot judge the signs of the times.–Matthew 16:3 The smog is thick, the water…
Kent Monkman: Telling the truth through art
In the gospels, Jesus tells us to go into the world and spread the good news. This desire to convert non-Christians was distorted by popes…
When fear grips the wealthy and the poor are brave
Jesus said to his disciples:“Do not be afraid any longer, little flock,for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom.Sell your belongings and give…
Every Mouth Be Fed: What a Communal Meal Taught Me About Resistance
Feeding people is an act of holy resistance. As forced starvation and a prolonged humanitarian blockade in Gaza reach catastrophic and irreversible levels, I find…
Call to Action: Join Catholic Sisters and oppose the sale of Native Nations Sacred Site within National Park for Copper Mining
Chi’ chil Bildagoteel, known as Oak Flat in English, lies within Tonto National Forest in Southeast Arizona. According to the Association on American Indian Affairs,…
Of Fullness and Famine
“Your ordinary acts of love and hope point to the extraordinary promise that every human life is of inestimable value.” – Desmond Tutu I was…