You learn to love by loving. All those who think to learn in any other way

deceive themselves.

- St. Francis de Sales

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Provincial Reflection

Perfect Memory

Fr. Joe Newman, OSFS


Does a priest remember your sins? The truth is that sins are dull and forgettable next to the grace of God. Now, let me be a bit more specific on this point. The presence and work of the Holy Spirit in the sacrament - infinitely interesting! 

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Salesian Reflection

What’s in Your Backpack?

Bro. Dan Wisniewski, OSFS


St. Francis reminds us that the ordinary done well is all we need to do, step by step. The resources needed are already with us, and we apply them as needed. How can we best equip our spiritual backpack to be carried on the hike through life?

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Oblate Reflection

Va-LENT-ine’s Day

Fr. Micheal Murray, OSFS


February 2024 is unique for at least two reasons. First, it is a leap year. Second, in a rare juxtaposition of celebrations, Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday fall on the same day. Valenash and/or Ashentine’s Day? What are we supposed to do on February 14 this year?... Read More

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