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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!
Episodes
Wednesday Jul 28, 2021
A River of Grace
Wednesday Jul 28, 2021
Wednesday Jul 28, 2021
Celebrating the Eucharist and having a community of worship brings us peace. Sharing this peace with others, even through small actions such as driving with courtesy, helps peace to grow, just as the river increases in Ezekiel 47. Take a Brief Break for Peace with Friar Jude Winkler.
Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
Psalm 72
Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
Psalm 72 says that the perfect ruler brings justice to the powerless. Friar Jude Winkler explains that each of us has the responsibility to reach out to those around us, especially those most in need, bringing to each of them God's love.
Friday Jul 02, 2021
Finding Joy
Friday Jul 02, 2021
Friday Jul 02, 2021
Expect nothing, hope for something, be surprised - Friar Jude Winkler reflects on how we can find peace and joy in our lives.
Thursday Jun 24, 2021
Hymn of Zechariah
Thursday Jun 24, 2021
Thursday Jun 24, 2021
No matter where we are, we can find God's peace. In this episode, Friar Jude Winkler reflects on the birth and life of St. John the Baptist.
Thursday Jun 17, 2021
Not An Ordinary Peace
Thursday Jun 17, 2021
Thursday Jun 17, 2021
Since the 1960s we've often heard the word peace, but not seen much of it. But when St. Paul uses the word, it means something deeper and more profound than we think. Friar Jude Winkler explains the peace that comes from an encounter with Jesus.
Saturday May 22, 2021
Healing the Woundedness
Saturday May 22, 2021
Saturday May 22, 2021
Healing our broken world doesn't begin at the UN. Friar Jude Winkler tells us that every good deed binds wounds, bringing God's presence and goodness to those in need.
Monday Apr 05, 2021
Peace Be With You
Monday Apr 05, 2021
Monday Apr 05, 2021
Even after betrayal and abandonment, Jesus' first greeting to the apostles is a message of peace, loving them even more because that is what they needed. Friar Jude explains that Jesus offers us the same love today.
Monday Mar 29, 2021
The Energy of Forgiveness
Monday Mar 29, 2021
Monday Mar 29, 2021
In this Brief Break for Peace, we learn how forgiving others can be the first step in bringing peace to the world.
Monday Mar 08, 2021
It’s a Privilege to Serve Others
Monday Mar 08, 2021
Monday Mar 08, 2021
In this Brief Break for Peace, Friar Jude Winkler reminds us to serve with humility and explains why it is a privilege to be able to serve others.
Wednesday Feb 10, 2021
Addressing Racial Prejudice
Wednesday Feb 10, 2021
Wednesday Feb 10, 2021
Friar Jude Winkler uses the story of Jonah as an example of overcoming prejudice and recognizing that we are all children of God.