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Category: St. Francis of Assisi

Open letter: Papal document on ecology hits screens to increase action

Highlighting the church’s approach of coupling the power of prayer with active and committed care for the earth, the Vatican wrapped up the monthlong Season of Creation Oct. 4 with the launch of new initiatives.

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The Reform of St. Francis

St. Francis of Assisi is often described as a reformer in the Church; however, he did not seek to change the Church’s institutions or teachings, but instead to reform himself. By his preaching and example, St. Francis showed people how to faithfully follow Jesus, which brought about many conversions. St. Francis’ story is familiar to […]

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Youth have ‘prophetic’ role in shaping new economy, Assisi archbishop says

Archbishop Domenico Sorrentino of Assisi, who will host Pope Francis this weekend for a gathering of young people discussing the global economy, has hailed the discussion as “prophetic” and in keeping with the vision of the city’s most famous saint.

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Five Reasons for Hope

The Church, marriage, the family, as well as society in general are experiencing a crisis of grave proportions.  Many are feeling a sense of hopelessness.  What is critically needed, everyone would agree, is hope.  But we must put something under our hope to make it realizable.  The hope we need is not a mere wish.  […]

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