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Saint Francis of Assisi: Champion of the Eucharist
The Last Communion of St. Francis by Peter Paul Rubensby Theresa Cavicchio, OFS
The feast of Saint Francis of Assisi (1182 – 1226 A.D.) is celebrated each year on October 4th, often with commemorations of his renowned devotion to all of God’s creation. Some of the faithful take beloved pets to receive a special blessing in his name. Others recall his care for the environment, a particularly timely topic dear to the heart of Pope Francis. Still others renew their attraction to his life of simplicity and poverty.
Our Lady of Las Lajas: Miracles in the Rocks
by Theresa CavicchioMary, Mother of Our Lord Jesus Christ, has merited numerous titles down through the centuries, many very familiar. Sometimes, though, a new title comes our way – a hidden gem revealing to the faithful another jewel in the crown of devotion to Our Lady.
Is it necessary to discuss miscarriage or infertility? Or can women just ignore what happened and go on?
by Margalita Poletunow, LPC, LMHCHere are some of the justifications that women provide for keeping their miscarriages or their infertility journey private.
Testimonial: Kathleen experiences Christ's mercy and love at Malvern retreat
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Ave Maris Stella: A Hymn to Our Lady, Star of the Sea
by Theresa CavicchioAs the summer weeks wind down, many of us delight in contemplating times spent by the sea – in reality, or only in our imaginations.
Testimonial: Maria and Stephanie are strengthened in their faith at event
Saint Anthony of Padua: Medieval Proponent of Our Lady’s Assumption
by Theresa Cavicchio“The Most Blessed Virgin Mary, when the course of her earthly life was completed, was taken up body and soul into the glory of heaven, where she already shares in the glory of her Son’s Resurrection, anticipating the resurrection of all members of his Body” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 974).
Clare of Assisi: A Saintly Life Imbued with the Eucharist
by Theresa CavicchioOn August 11, 1253 A.D., Clare of Assisi, abbess of the Community of Poor Ladies of San Damiano, breathed her last on earth. Born to the noble Offreduccio family (1193/4 A.D.), she was moved by the persuasive preaching of Francis of Assisi, renouncing her birthright and worldly riches to follow him in poverty and adherence to the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Thus began the Second Order of Franciscans, this one for women, later known as the Poor Clares.
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