In our 4th installment, I follow Francis to San Damiano where he has a miraculous experience with Jesus. Over the coming weeks, we will be exploring the lives of St Francis (San Francesco) and St Clare (Santa Chiera). I will share some of their … [Read more]
Assisi Series: Francis encounters Man with Leprosy
In our third installment, I share about Francis' transforming encounter with a man experiencing leprosy. Over the coming weeks, we will be exploring the lives of St Francis (San Francesco) and St Clare (Santa Chiera). I will share some of their … [Read more]
Assisi Series: Francis returns from the Crusades
In our second installment, I share about St Francis' return from the crusades. Over the coming weeks, we will be exploring the lives of St Francis (San Francesco) and St Clare (Santa Chiera). I will share some of their stories and provide some … [Read more]
Assisi Series: St. Francis’ Childhood
In our first installment, I share about St Francis' childhood. Over the coming weeks, we will be exploring the lives of St Francis (San Francesco) and St Clare (Santa Chiera). I will share some of their stories and provide some questions and … [Read more]
Introduction of Assisi Series: Exploring Saint Francis and St Clare
Over the coming weeks, we will be exploring the lives of St Francis (San Francesco) and St Clare (Santa Chiera). I will share some of their stories and provide some questions and exercises to apply their witness to your life. … [Read more]
Reflections on Greed
In the past few months studying the Philokalia, I eagerly looked for the three lead idols in my life: gluttony, avarice, and the desire for the esteem of others. Gluttony cropped up first, easy to find. Similarly, I caught myself falling into the … [Read more]