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.
A Feast of Love in the Darkest of Times
The Mass of the Lord’s Supper tonight marks the beginning of the Paschal Triduum, the Church’s celebration of Jesus’ passion, death, and resurrection. Celebrated on…
Pre-orders Now Available for Sr. Julia’s New Book
Pre-orders are now available for the new book by Sr. Julia Walsh, FSPA, 2026: A Book of Grace-Filled Days, published by Loyola Press. The book…
Michael Poffenberger: Contemplation and Transformation
Episode 91 of Messy Jesus Business podcast, with Sister Julia Walsh. In this episode of Messy Jesus Business podcast, Sister Julia Walsh, FSPA talks with…
Holy Week Hour of Prayer Open to All Online
During Holy Week, all are invited to join Messy Jesus Business writers, podcast guests, and audience members for an online hour of prayer, reflection, and…
The Discomfort of DEI
Keep your windows rolled up, we were told. Don’t leave a wallet or purse out in sight. Being confronted with race is uncomfortable for white…
Elena Segura: Immigration Reform and the Radicalness of Christianity
Episode 90 of Messy Jesus Business podcast, with Sister Julia Walsh. (We had some issues with Elena’s microphone during recording, our apologies! -Colin) In this…
Mini Interviews from RE Congress
A Special Episode of Messy Jesus Business podcast, with Sister Julia Walsh. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Email | RSS | More After chatting with Lisa Hendey at RE Congress,…
Good Fences Make Good Neighbors?
I recently read the famous line from Robert Frost’s poem: “good fences make good neighbors.” I remember my Dad quoting it to me, making a…