“Hope is audacious, and so, let us encourage one another to dream big. Brothers and sisters let us dream big! Let us not be afraid to dream big, seeking the ideals of justice and social love that are born of hope.” Pope Francis, Catechesis “Healing the World” #8
As a community of Franciscan hearted people, we turn our attention to how we might be a “blessings in the heart of world.” We offer the following resources to support and inspire you.
Prayers/Prayer Options
Articles
- An Interview with Wheaton Franciscan Sr. Sheila Kinsey – #SistersEmpoweringWomen
- 8 Inspiring stories of priests who’ve brought hope and joy during the pandemic
- Blessed are the meek — saving the tradition
- Pope chooses ‘Listen’ as theme for World Communications Day
- Franciscan sisters’ land ethic invites local community to garden, explore, learn
Articles and Resources on Synodality 2021-2023
- A closer look at synodality and its promise for a more inclusive church
- SYNODALITY IN THE LIFE AND MISSION OF THE CHURCH
- America Magazine – Explainer: So, what exactly is a synod?
- Address of His Holiness Pope Francis for the Opening of the Synod
- National Catholic Reporter – Pope Francis opens synod, encouraging church to master the ‘art of encounter’
General Resources
Advocacy Resources
May we hold one another other, and especially the most vulnerable, in our hearts and prayers.
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