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Penance : Life Rooted with God

By Admin 4 April, 2016

After his conversion Francis based his whole life on imitating Jesus as he traveled towards a fullness of life, aContinue reading

Francis, Saint Francis

Rebuild My Church

By Admin 29 April, 2016

During the Autumn of 1205 at the age of 23 Giovanni “Francesco” Bernardino knelt before the Orthodox style cross inContinue reading

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Living a Gospel Life

By Admin 4 July, 2015

The Gospel of Our Lord, Jesus Christ These are good words to remember: "In that love which is God, I  Continue reading

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Secular Franciscan Order

By Admin 5 April, 2016

The Franciscan family consists of brothers and sisters from all walks of life who are called to follow and imitatContinue reading

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Earth Breathing : Canticle of the Creatures

By Admin 1 February, 2015

1. “LAUDATO SI’, mi’ Signore” – “Praise be to you, my Lord”. In the words of this beautiful canticle, SaintContinue reading

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The Reluctant Saint Video

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The Reluctant Saint Video

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This documentary can help you discover some of the biography and history of St Francis of Assisi

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Psalm 148

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Psalm 148

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There's a lot of praising in Psalm 148.  Everything created is offering a chorus of praise to its Designer, and…

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Hope – Fr Raniero Cantalamessa

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Hope – Fr Raniero Cantalamessa

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Mary the Mother of Hope & Courage “Mary hoped against hope, in a situation which seemed entirely hopeless she still…

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Reconciliation : Confession

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Reconciliation : Confession

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"In the midst of our suffering, of our sin, of the things we get wrong God's response is mercy and…

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Behold, Hold, Enfold

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Behold, Hold, Enfold

By Admin 23 May, 2017

Behold I behold the Lord I see His outstretched hands I see the blood from His wounds. I see the…

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San Damiano Cross

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San Damiano Cross

By Admin 23 May, 2017

The San Damiano Cross is very significant to Franciscans. It's a symbol with a great deal of meaning that's part…

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Franciscan Blessing

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Franciscan Blessing

By Admin 22 May, 2017

May the Lord bless you and keep you. May He turn His face on you and give you His peace…

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The Examen

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The Examen

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Salve Regina – Praying & Skating

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Salve Regina – Praying & Skating

By Admin 20 May, 2017

Friar Gabriel of the Franciscans of the Immaculate sings some lines from Salve Regina whilst skateboarding. Original music score by…

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St Clare of Assisi

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St Clare of Assisi

By Admin 20 May, 2017

“It Is Not Good for Man to Be Alone”: Clare and Francis Then the Lord God said: It is not…

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Krakow Church St Francis of Assisi

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Krakow Church St Francis of Assisi

By Admin 19 May, 2017

On the road leading to the main square of Krakow Wawel Castle, is the 13th Century church of Saint Francis.…

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I am Brave – One

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I am Brave – One

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Bravery is contagious.  Be brave in Christ, and be brave for Christ.   Have courage with yourself and have courage for…

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I am Brave – two

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I am Brave – two

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"I am brave when I am vulnerable." "I am brave when I love all people - not just people like…

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Prayer Fraternity Joy Love : CFR

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Prayer Fraternity Joy Love : CFR

By Admin 17 May, 2017

"The Franciscan Friars of the Renewal were founded out of a desire to work more decisively for personal and communal…

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The Tau – History

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The Tau – History

By Admin 15 May, 2017

The image above is a detail view from the "Book of Hours, Use of Salisbury" created c 1455   Symbols…

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The Rosary

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The Rosary

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'You always leave the Rosary for later, and you end up not saying it at all because you are sleepy.…

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The Way of Life

From Rule 19

Messengers of perfect joy in every circumstance, they should strive to bring joy and hope to others.

Since they are immersed in the resurrection of Christ, which gives true meaning to Sister Death, let them serenely tend toward the ultimate encounter with the Father.

St Wilfrid's Church Ventnor Isle of Wight

“Let us pray to God together for each other for, by sharing each other’s burden of charity in this way; we shall easily fulfil the law of love taught by Christ."

St Clare, from her letter to Ermemtrude of Bruges.

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Secular Franciscans

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Further Reading

  • Video Portrait of Saint Francis
  • The Canticle of the Creatures
  • Advent’s Hope
  • Sandals & Fiddlebacks – Franciscan Latin Mass
  • The Soul’s Journey Into God
  • St Clare : Full of Faith
  • St Anthony – Doctor of The Church
  • Lockdown Poem – Covid 19 – Richard Hendrick OFM Cap
  • Saint Maximilian Kolbe OFM
  • 800 Years of the Franciscan Third Order 1221-2021
  • The Annunciation of The Lord – Mary’s Fiat
  • St Elizabeth of Hungary
  • Building a Franciscan Library
  • Hail Holy Lady Most Holy Queen
  • Saint Francis of Assisi
  • England’s Nazareth & Franciscans
  • The Assisi Spirit of Simplicity
  • Liturgical Prayer At Home
  • A Plastic-Less Lent 2018
  • Isle of Wight Franciscan Group
  • For the Journey
  • A Christmas Lullaby
  • All Creatures of Our God and King
  • Assisi – City Sights and Landmarks
  • GK Chesterton – The Life of St Francis
  • Profession : Sincerely Dedicated
  • Penance : Life Rooted with God
  • The Peace of Simplicity
  • St Francis Prayer – Praising Mary
  • Join Us
  • No Longer Slaves – I Am A Child of God
  • A Visual Meditation – St Francis in Art
  • Influential Franciscans
  • Discerning the Call : join the OFS
  • Francis, Clare, Thank You
  • All Saints’ Day – Litaniae Sanctorum
  • Rising II : Father Tansi – Friars of the Renewal
  • Exploring the Legacy : St Anthony of Padua
  • The Angelus
  • Franciscan Theologians : High Middle Ages
  • The Nearness of You
  • Beyond the Ego – Richard Rohr
  • The Testament of Francis
  • Filmed in Assisi – All Creatures of Our God & King
  • FAQ – OFS
  • Let Christ into our lives
  • Respond with a joyful yes!
  • Thomas Celano – First Life of St Francis
  • Interaction with the Living Christ
  • All Sons & Daughters – I Surrender
  • St Anthony of Padua
  • Buried in a Stranger’s Grave
  • Brother Francis The Barefoot Saint
  • Francis Meets Innocent III
  • God Who is …
  • Imago Dei – SFO Rule 13 & 19
  • Commitment : The Gospel’s Human Face
  • Psalm 46 – Lord of Hosts
  • The Franciscan Charism
  • It’s a bit like Catholic Boot Camp!
  • Called to Follow Christ
  • Pantasaph Franciscan Friary
  • I am lost and found in You
  • Oldest English Wall Paintings of St Francis
  • A Theology of Mental Health
  • The Reluctant Saint Video
  • Psalm 148
  • Hope – Fr Raniero Cantalamessa
  • Reconciliation : Confession
  • Behold, Hold, Enfold
  • San Damiano Cross
  • Franciscan Blessing
  • The Examen
  • Salve Regina – Praying & Skating
  • St Clare of Assisi
  • Krakow Church St Francis of Assisi
  • I am Brave – One
  • I am Brave – two
  • Prayer Fraternity Joy Love : CFR
  • The Tau – History
  • The Rosary
  • Find Me … Lost in Your Grace
  • May God Bless Us …
  • Reflection : Examen : Samaria to Lindisfarne
  • Secular Franciscan Vocation Audio 1
  • Secular Franciscan Vocation Audio 2
  • Your Love Has Called My Name
  • Waiting Here for You
  • Secular Franciscan Rule
  • Most High Glorious God
  • Rebuild My Church
  • Living a Gospel Life
  • Secular Franciscan Order
  • Eucharistic Adoration – Pange Lingua
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