Indigenous Peoples’ Day

(This is an excerpt from an article originally posted in October 2021. To read the whole article, please click here. This year, Indigenous Peoples’ Day falls on the 14th.)New Mexico…

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Bishop Michael T. Martin OFM Conv. Visits Areas Devastated by Hurricane Helene
(Photo and excerpt from Catholic News Herald: 'Grieving Swannanoa residents greet bishop, share stories of devastation from Helene' by Christina Lee Knauss)

Bishop Michael T. Martin OFM Conv. Visits Areas Devastated by Hurricane Helene

As we watch the development of Hurricane Milton and Florida prepares for this now category 5+ storm, people continue to suffer from the devastating impact of Helene.On Friday, October 4,…

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Little Portion Farm Reaches Milestone
Aerial view of Little Portion Farm

Little Portion Farm Reaches Milestone

Since the beginning of Little Portion Farm in 2019, they've now grown, harvested, and donated more than 100,000 pounds of food! Little Portion Farm is a ministry of the Franciscan…

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World Day of Migrants and Refugees

On Sunday, September 29, we commemorate the 110th World Day of Migrants and Refugees. Pope Francis writes in his message for this day:Dear brothers and sisters, on this day dedicated…

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Hope and Act with Creation

Today, September 1, is the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. Below is Pope Francis' video message that accompanies his prayer intention for September, that:  "each of…

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Freedom to Conform to God’s Will

(An excerpt from a longer reflection: Not Freedom from But Freedom For)July 4th is a time for families to gather, watch fireworks, and perhaps reflect on the ideals of liberty,…

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