Greccio and the First Live Nativity: 800 Years of Tradition By 1223, when the more famous story of Francis at Greccio took place, Francis was experiencing the weight of disappointment and frustration over the developing institutionalization of the brotherhood. Added to his emotional suffering was the significant physical pain caused by his chronic eye condition,…
An Advent Letter from Sr. Judith M. Kubicki, CSSF
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Monthly Social Justice Prayer Intentions
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