Passion Play keeps faith and hope alive
For more than a century, the St. John Passion Play has brought the Gospel to life and shared a message of hope. Local organizers remain deeply grateful to the Franciscan...
Fostering health and unity in Jamaica
In the cool hills surrounding Negril, where resources can be scarce and healthcare access is limited, St. Mary Clinic in Revival ensured that the children in the community were able...
Drawn to the Southwest
It’s a long way from Easton, Pa. to Mesilla Park, N.M., but Henry Beck made the journey with excitement and gratitude (after a few weeks of vacation and...
A fond farewell at St. Boniface Church
“You have been a Good Shepherd who with simplicity and also intensity—like a good Franciscan—has accompanied us in following Christ,” said St. Boniface Church Parochial Vicar Fr. Luca...
A transition for Br. Ed
Tuesday, Aug. 8, the feast of St. Dominic, was a sad day at St. Francis Friary and Retreat House, Easton, Pennsylvania. Friday, Aug. 11, the feast of Saint Clare, was...
From Mark: Transformative revitalization
The recent meeting of the “new Council-Elect” reminded me of a line that I heard from the actor who plays Jesus in the “The Chosen” video series. He says...
Being brothers to all
Discussions about racism can certainly be challenging, but when approached with the Franciscan spirit of openness, acceptance and fraternity, they can also be eye-opening, transformative and strengthen the bond...
Solanus Casey musical update
“And he may be celebrated annually on the 30th of July in the places and ways established by law.”
Archbishop Allen Vigneron, local ordinary...
Nurturing guests in body and soul
Food Service Director Jay Olzak has worked in kitchens and food service management his whole career. He said there’s something truly special about St. Francis Seraph Ministries...
Celebrating faith, family and love
The Franciscan connection runs deep, regardless of the path one takes in life.
Such was the case for Rick Parker, who attended the former St. Francis...
From Mark: Visitor from the east
I was waiting in the cell phone lot, checking emails, when I received the call that I had been waiting for: Fr. Larry Hayes, OFM, had arrived...
Prayer and presence
During a recent Mass at St. Margaret Hall (SMH), David Kohut’s powerful voice led those gathered in singing “Come Holy Ghost,” the opening hymn. Louis Bartko presided at the June...
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