Engaging Franciscan Wisdom

Are you restless or hungry for more in your life? Are you seeking wisdom or looking for inspiration to be all you can be? The Gospel gave guidance to Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi’s lives as they followed in the footprints of Jesus some 800 years ago. The witness of their lives and values continue to inspire people of faith today. Join Sister Michelle L’Allier and her guests on the first and third Tuesday of each month for a time of shared reflection and conversation.

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Walking the path of grief and loss to joy as a lay Franciscan – Episode 27

Nov 16, 2021

Join Secular Franciscan Carolyn Townes as she tells her surprising story of the Spirit of God leading her to Franciscan life born out of loss, lived in community, and dedicated to bringing Gospel values into the world.

From Carolyn’s interview, referring to experience after death of a loved one, and 9-11 in New York...

A big dive into God, embracing a hidden vocation – Episode 26

Nov 3, 2021

Join Poor Clare Sister Beth Lynn as she explores God’s work in her life and in the world. A gifted weaver of stories old and new, Sister Beth celebrates the uniqueness of each person and the wonder of being a contemplative in communion with the whole Franciscan family.

From Sister Beth’s interview: “Each...

Living and leading with love: Seeing Christ in others – Episode 25

Oct 19, 2021

Join Franciscan Brother Adolfo Mercado as he tells of his journey from being raised as a cradle Catholic in a Mexican American family to his discerning life as a Franciscan friar, together with the evolving story of First Order Observant Friars in the US today.

From Brother Adolfo’s interview: “One of the beauties...

Living in Wisdom: Listening, Responding & Opening Doors – Episode 24

Oct 5, 2021

Join Franciscan Sister Patricia Forster as she reflects on her response to God’s calling to open doors between cultures and generations, to live a value-based life in simplicity, humility, and service.

From Pat’s interview, reflecting on four basic values of the Third Order Regular in the Franciscan family:...

Transformation through trauma, relationships & recovery – Episode 23

Sep 21, 2021

Join Franciscan Associate Doug Beumer who courageously explores the kaleidoscope of his life experience and work, a mirror for what he sees in society today.

From Doug’s interview: “We know with trauma, people get stuck. When our amygdala is tired, it's like the panic button. Our other thinking shuts down. For...