Franciscan Voice

Isaiah prophesied a perfect King in the day of the Lord - the Messiah, the Prince of Peace. Friar Jude Winkler reflects on Isaiah's prophecy, and the Peace so profound that 'the lion will lie down with the lamb.'

What does a bumper sticker have to do with the birth of Jesus, Mary’s appearance to St. Bernadette at Lourdes, and St. Maximilian Kolbe? Interweaving his explanation with music for reflection, Br. Solanus Mary OFM Conv. brings our Blessed Mother into focus. This podcast comes courtesy of HeavensRoad FM, a British radio station.

Friar Steve McMichael OFM Conv. explains how being a pilgrim is not merely sightseeing. It's not only arriving somewhere -- the journey is just as important, and often the real journey is what happens in the pilgrim's heart and soul. Fr. Steve invites listeners to go on their own pilgrimage, and find their way into something they may not expect.

R-E-S-P-E-C-T Find out what it means to me - Join Friar Jude Winkler for this Brief Break for Peace and find out how a little respect can lead to peace. (The song Respect was written and released by Otis Redding in 1965; recorded by Aretha Franklin in 1967) I got to have (just a little bit) a little respect (just a little bit)...

Jacob's name means either 'the cheater' or 'the grasper.' Friar Jude Winkler tells that after struggling with the holy, either God or an angel, Jacob's encounter brings him to integrity, a new name, and peace.

Working for peace means being able to listen. Friar Jude Winkler recounts the visit of St. Francis of Assisi to the Sultan in the midst of the Crusades. Even though they did not agree, both men listened to one another, providing a lesson for today.

Friar Robert Bayer began his journey as a Conventual Franciscan in 1931. From his work in forming future leaders, to his own role as Minister Provincial, Fr. Robert 'Never Promised You a Rose Garden.' Friar Richard Kaley tells the story on this episode of The Call.

Love and truth will meet; justice and peace will kiss. Truth will spring from the earth; justice will look down from heaven. Friar Jude Winkler talks about the penitential Psalm 85.

We need to treat people with the dignity that they deserve. And, we need to give them what they need - respect and love. Friar Jude Winkler talks about justice and peace.

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.