1. The common life is very difficult but also most beneficial, for that life shows us what we are, what we lack, what virtues we must practice. (I, 31) 2. May Saint Felix be the guardian of your vows, may he obtain for you the virtues of humility and simplicity, and may your Guardian Angel…
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World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2024
God walks with His people: Message of Pope Francis Message for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2024 “God walks with His people”, is the title chosen by Pope Francis for his Message for the upcoming World Day of Migrants and Refugees (WDMR), which will be celebrated on Sunday, September 29, 2024. In this message, the…
The Story of the Feast of the Guardian Angels
Angel of God, my guardian dear, to whom God’s love commits thee here. Ever this day, be at my side, to light, to guard, to rule, to guide. Dear Guardian Angel, enlighten me in my doubts, assist me in my difficulties, defend me against the assaults of the devil, and be my guide on the…
Padre Pio is celebrated in Rome
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Care For Creation Video
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International Day of Peace – September 21st
The 2023 SDG Summit The 2023 SDG Summit takes place on 18-19 September 2023, during the United Nations General Assembly high-level week to follow-up and review the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) . Member States will carry out a comprehensive review of the state of the SDGs, respond to the impact…
International Day of Peace
THURSDAY – St. Matthew, Apostle & Evangelist; International Day of Peace As we feed on the Word of Life, may we in turn be God’s word for others, especially those at Felician University, Villa Maria College and Madonna University For all in initial formation and their directors, through the intercession of St. Matthew, they may…
September 17th Stigmata of St. Francis
THE CRUCIFIED CHRIST APPEARS TO FRANCIS On two separate, dramatic occasions, Francis had a vision of Jesus, wounded in hands, feet and side, suffering on a cross. If we look carefully at the two visions we will see them as closely interrelated. Both visions are described in Saint Bonaventure’s Life of St. Francis. It’s helpful…
Felician Sisters Statement on Racial Injustice
Statement on Racial Injustice The following statement was approved by the Leadership Team of the Felician Sisters of North America: In the spirit of the nonviolent Jesus and the example of peacemaking handed down to us from Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi, the Leadership Team of the Felician Sisters of North America decries and…
Laudato Si’ Action Platform Commitment Statement
Laudato Si’ Action Platform Commitment Statement The Felician Sisters of North America, inspired by our Franciscan heritage to be in right relationship with all of creation and impelled by the spirit of our foundress, Blessed Mary Angela, commit to the seven-year journey of the Laudato Si’ Action Platform (LSAP). Mindful of the fragility of Mother…
Exaltation of the Holy Cross
The Story of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross Early in the fourth century, Saint Helena, mother of the Roman Emperor Constantine, went to Jerusalem in search of the holy places of Christ’s life. She razed the second-century Temple of Aphrodite, which tradition held was built over the Savior’s tomb, and her son built the…