Violence Itself by Paul Nyklicek

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Parasitic violence feeds on the suffering and fears of human beings.

Temples of the Holy Spirit by Pauline Little

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There are always opportunities to “be the church” in service to others.

A Poem by John Zedolik

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"Saint Francis freezing in his concrete skin / and within, no birds to shoulder and share . . ."

Poverty Is More Than Lack of Money by William Droel

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We must refute our culture’s presumption that all problems are caused by an individual’s defect.

A Poem by Jeannine M. Pitas

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"There’s a need to find the point where Life 1 and Life 2 intersect."

Experiencing Christness by Wally Swist

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In trying to imitate Christ, we begin to actively love Christ.

A Poem by Gerard Garrigan, OSB

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"Nothing in this broken world can last / As long, even half as long, as the past . . ."

Witnessing to Our Good by William Droel

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Fr. Isaac Hecker sought to shape an American Catholicism that harmonized with the country's pluralism.

Words by William John Fitzgerald

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We should strive for the beauty of liturgical language even in the midst of our day-to-day lives.

The Future Needs the Franciscan Spirit by Rev. Cameron Trimble

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The Franciscan charism offers a pattern, a melody line in a larger symphony of sacred living. It’s a witness we need.