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Emerging from Francis’ call to live the Gospel, Franciscan Voice is a virtual platform for the Conventual Franciscan Federation. Incorporating a wide range of content informed by the Franciscan spiritual and intellectual tradition, it speaks to issues, events, and cultural reference points in the 21st century. From the serious, to the topical, to the light-hearted, there is an underlying tone of the Joy of the Gospel!
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Monday Aug 30, 2021
Monday Aug 30, 2021
He wasn't famous, but Friar John Maurer's life encapsulates the Franciscan journey: from redemption - to encounter with Christ - to service to the poor. Friar Paul Schloemer tells the story of Brother John's journey in this podcast episode.
Monday Aug 23, 2021
Monday Aug 23, 2021
What is the true meaning of the Holy Spirit in our lives? In this Brief Break for Peace, Friar Jude Winkler tells how the Spirit can bring a sense of unity in which we truly love one another.
Wednesday Aug 18, 2021
Wednesday Aug 18, 2021
A contemporary of St. Maximilian Kolbe, +Friar Lucjan Krolikowski entered seminary in Niepokalanów, Poland in 1934 at age 15 and began an amazing journey of service and sacrifice. In 1940, he was taken prisoner by Soviet troops and sent to a concentration camp in Siberia. He was drafted into the Polish army before eventually gaining his freedom and becoming ordained a priest in 1946. "We prayed every day," he said. "Those who believe in God survived. Others couldn't find the means to go on." Friar Dan Lutolf tells his story.
Monday Aug 16, 2021
Monday Aug 16, 2021
St. Paul says we get into trouble when we live "according to the flesh" rather than responding to the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Fr. Jude Winkler reminds us that opening our hearts to the Spirit, we can live the way God wants us to live in the world: the way of love, joy, and peace.
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
Wednesday Aug 11, 2021
August 11th is the Feast Day of Saint Clare of Assisi. Friar Martin Breski tells her story in this episode of Franciscan Voice.
Thursday Aug 05, 2021
Thursday Aug 05, 2021
Stories from Our Lady of Consolation Basilica and National Shrine in Carey, Ohio
+Br. Jeffrey Hines considered his time spent ministering at the Shrine a highlight of his life. Over 30 years Brother Jeffrey welcomed thousands of pilgrims to Our Lady of Consolation. Many were seeking healing from physical, mental, or spiritual pain and problems. Friar Jeffrey listened to their stories and prayed with them. In this podcast, he shares some of his memories with Br. Randy Kin. (+Br. Jeffrey passed away in 2020 in Bloomington, Minnesota. In addition to his service at OLC Shrine, Br. Jeffrey also served as a guide in Assisi, Italy; Director of Franciscan Retreats and Spirituality Center in Prior Lake, Minnesota; Secretary for the Province of Our Lady of Consolation; and in the education and formation of student Friars.)
Monday Aug 02, 2021
Monday Aug 02, 2021
How should we handle disputes? Friar Jude Winkler talks about Jesus' instructions on how to deal with disagreements (Matthew 18) and how to confront others with honesty. Take a few minutes for this Brief Break for Peace.