“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
- Pope Francis: St. Joseph teaches us to love the people the world rejects
- ‘I had to believe more in God’
- People of faith are not waiting for politicians to act on climate change
- Official launch of Laudato Si’ Action Platform offers Catholics concrete steps toward sustainable lifestyles
- Rediscovering awe and wonder in the miracles of everyday life
- Sr. Helen Prejean: Solving the world’s problems, big and small, takes community
- The choice between happiness and reward: Blessed are the poor in spirit
- Pope Francis’ 9 commandments for a just economy
- An Interview with Wheaton Franciscan Sr. Sheila Kinsey – #SistersEmpoweringWomen
- Blessed are the meek — saving the tradition
General Resources
- Diocese of Joliet COVID Guidelines – Dec 2021
- CDC – Safer ways to Celebrate the Holidays 2021
- December 2021 Random Acts of Kindness Calendar
- December 2021 Action for Happiness Calendar
Advocacy Resources
May we hold one another other, and especially the most vulnerable, in our hearts and prayers.
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