Finding Beauty in Holy Week
There’s a common phrase we hear when discussing our faith.…
Our friars, staff, and students explore the central questions of the Lenten season.
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Stations of the CrossFr. Nathan Malavolti, TOR, presents the Stations of the Cross with imagery from Franciscan University's production of "Living Stations."Franciscan ReflectionsThere’s a common phrase we hear when discussing our faith. Perhaps you’ve heard it in class. Possibly, you’ve read it in a blog post. Maybe, you heard your favorite Catholic speaker lay claim to it...Read More > - Paul, Apostle of ChristJoin actor Jim Caviezel, EWTN's Raymond Arroyo, Executive Producer Eric Groth, and theologian Dr. Scott Hahn for this engaging panel discussion on the upcoming movie Paul: Apostle of Christ.Student ReactionsFollowing the panel discussion, hear what Franciscan students had to say about Jim Caviezel's presentation.
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Br. David Dodd, TORWhat hinders authentic human interactions? Br. David Dodd, TOR, connects three dimensions of penance to our Lenten journey.Stations of the Cross - A Message from
Fr. Shawn Roberson, TORWhat is the significance of the cross? Fr. Shawn Roberson, TOR, connects the three dimensions of the cross to our Lenten journey.Franciscan Faculty Reflections"As we enter the Lenten season of contemplation about Jesus’ journey to the cross, we believe it might prove instructive to reintroduce a real atheist, someone who had the intelligence and steely will to swim atheism to the bottom."Read More > - How well do you know the history and traditions of Lent?Take the quiz to find out.Student VoicesFind out how Franciscan students are deepening their faith and supporting each other during Lent.Start the Quiz >
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Fr. Nathan Malavolti, TORWhy do we fast? Fr. Nathan Malavolti describes some of the benefits of fasting that can be experienced year-round, not just during Lent.Lenten LockscreenNever miss a moment to reflect with words of encouragement, faith, and forgiveness.Download > - A Message from
Fr. Sean Sheridan, TORWhy relive Christ’s suffering? Fr. Sean Sheridan, Franciscan University’s president, ruminates on the reason for our yearly Lenten preparations.Lenten LockscreenNever miss a moment to reflect with words of encouragement, faith, and forgiveness.Download >
