The Legend of the Three Companions is a biography of Saint Francis of Assisi written in 1246 and narrated by three of his first companions. In the biography, friars Leo,…
Anyone familiar with Saint Francis knows of his love for creation. This love and respect was not for creation’s own sake; rather, creation is a reflection of God’s eternal and…
On Monday, December 6, 2021, Conventual Franciscan Friar Phil Ley was one of seven individuals and service organizations who received the annual ‘Alfonso Garcia Robles Recognition for 2021.’ Held on…
We are fast approaching one of the Church’s great solemnities: the feast of the Immaculate Conception, celebrated on the 8th December. In many countries this day is a holy day…
Matthew Leonard brought the fire of an evangelist to the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation in Carey, Ohio.Even though Matthew, who lives in Steubenville, Ohio, spends…
Earlier this fall, the annual White Coat Dedication and Blessing of the Hands Ceremony was held at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. This ceremony reminds…