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Comment on 800 years and counting by Robert J. Mc Gregor

Robert J. Mc Gregor — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:45:09 +0000

Thank you for the wonderful words about St Francis. I was born 10/04 the feast day of St. Francis. Little did I know that later on in my life St.Francis would be instrumental in helping me to return to church and the sacraments. I’m 67 years old and have returned to church at Easter after 45 years of being away. My life was full of turmoil, darkness, doubt and despair. Thru all this…Godless, Lordless, and Motherless. I was able to pray to Blessed Francis. Thru Beloved Francis, My Lord and Savior directed me to the catheral where I live and I was blessed to know that the rector and fathers are Francisians,OFM, I am home and at peace. Praise to our Lord Jesus Christ. In Divine Friendship I am Blessed. Bob McGregor

Comment on 800 years and counting by Christopher

Christopher — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:57:56 +0000

I have witnessed (many, many, many times)that wherever St. Francis and St Anthony are honored – true and deep spirituality in Christ flourishes abundantly. As a lay person, all I have to do is go into any church and observe the level of devout commitment. Whether it be in religious participation or quite prayer. I’ll guarantee you without a doubt. I will find a statue, painting or glass window of St Francis and St Anthony. Glory to God and blessings to those hearts that live in Our Lord.

ALL PRAISE IN THE HOLY TRINITY for giving us 800 years of Franciscan guidance,love,and charity. May the Holy Spirit bless us with many more vocations.

Comment on 800 years and counting by MIGUEL

MIGUEL — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 21:53:36 +0000

MIL GRACIAS FRAY MIGUEL POR SU COMENTARIO DE LA ACTIVIDAD,GRACIAS POR ACOMPAÑARNOS Y GRACIAS A NUESTRO SERAFICO PADRE SAN FRANCISCO `POR ENSEÑARNOS SU AMOR POR CRISTO Y POR TODOS NUESTROS HERMANOS. CONOCERLO A USTED FUE UN GRAN GUSTO QUE DIOS LO BENDIGA SIEMPRE NUNCA LO OLVIDAREMOS Y ESPERAMOS TENERLO PRONTO POR AQUÌ.
PAZ Y BIEN EN CRISTO Y FRANCISCO

MIGUEL ASTUA
GRUPO SAN FRANCISCO DE ASIS

Comment on Baptism of the Lord by Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 20:05:27 +0000

As a friar in an international community I have lost my original fervor in my vocation. Its the typical problem of lost of personal prayer, indifference to what I have freely choosen as my life commitment in religious life, ect. When I read your blog on the vocational discernment I was reminded of my commitment and how it had blossomed with ferver. I hope that others will find your message of ’seeing God, eye to eye’ in a loving glance choose what is most life affirming for them.

Fraternally,

Anthony, ofm

Comment on Happy 2009 by Christopher

Christopher — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 23:59:41 +0000

MY SPECIAL PRAYER FOR THIS NEW YEAR IS THAT OUR LORD WILL SEND US HIS GRACES IN THE FORM OF MANY, MANY MORE FRANCISCAN VOCATIONS. I ASK THIS IN HIS HOLY NAME AND THROUGH OUR BLESSED MOTHER.

Comment on Happy 2009 by Euie McKee

Euie McKee — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 02:08:45 +0000

Where there is devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary,
there is devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Where there is devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus,
there is devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Where there is devotion to Jesus & Mary,
there lies True Love!

Comment on Please pray by Euie McKee

Euie McKee — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 23:41:48 +0000

Hail, Full of Grace! Dearest Queen of the Angels & Saints, Mother of God, Our Holy Mother, Holy Mother of our Catholic Church, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mary, please pray for us and send us signal graces, console us as we embark on this holy journey here on earth. We love you and we praise and adore your Divine Son, Jesus the Christ, Jesus the Eternal Priest. Love, Euie, Amen

Comment on Thérèse of Lisieux by Euie McKee

Euie McKee — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 19:37:13 +0000

Yes, St. Therese is a supermodel for all the ages! May Our Blessed Mary continue to teach us all, Euie

Comment on Trust and Let God Lead by Rich R.

Rich R. — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 00:21:09 +0000

Hi Fr. Mike,
I visited the Genesee Abbey and found it very peaceful and beautiful. Two weeks ago I visited Mt. Saviour monastery for the first time which is outside of Elmira, NY. If it wasn’t for the wonders of the web I wouldn’t have known about it. But by browsing the web I came across their website. The monastery visit was a blessed experience. I encourage anyone interested in making a retreat to do what you have done and visit some of the nearby monasteries. I also like the changes you made to the vocations website for the friars. It is less flashy than the previous display and I prefer the new look. Looking forward to reading more of your blogs.
Rich from Assumption (your fellow Jubilee year pilgrim)