Engaging Franciscan Wisdom

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

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Crossing cultures & creating spaces for belonging in daily life - Episode 52

May 10, 2023

Join Dr. Patty Jimenez as she shares the joys of being raised with Franciscan values, translates theological terms and teachings into everyday language, and the creates spaces of belonging for young Latina woman raised in the United States.

For a video version of this episode, see: https://youtu.be/etFD7Z-4Vsw

Christmas in February: A Journey through Latin America – Bonus Episode 1

Mar 1, 2023

Join Franciscan Associate Arlen Casco as she narrates in video form what we’re calling “Christmas in February: a journey through Latin America.” It will be an exploration by several Associates of how Christmas, that is, the coming of Jesus among us as a human being, is celebrated in their respective countries of...

Hospitality opens doors to pioneering inclusion & education – Episode 51

Feb 9, 2023

Join Franciscan Sister Callista Robinson as she breaks open her experience as an African American woman of faith, rooted in her own culture. A life-long learner and teacher, her hospitality and compassion serve to build bridges of relationships across cultures.

For a video version of this episode, see:

Growing with God & others: Welcome & bring our full selves – Episode 50

Jan 11, 2023

Show Notes:

Join former Franciscan Community Volunteer Nnedi Anoskie-Ogunu as she shares her learnings of what strengthens her connection with God and others, ranging from the place of welcoming communities to developing an interior spiritual life.

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Living Presence: uniquely gifted by God for the world – Episode 49

Dec 15, 2022

Join Jamie Deering as she shares stories and considers with curiosity what it is to be present to oneself and others as we allow God to flow through us in the midst of different ways of thinking, seeing and being in the world.

For a video version of this episode, see: https://youtu.be/PZ9MDBvRbe8

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