
A Franciscan Heart in the World is a weekly podcast about finding God in everyday life. Inspired by Franciscan spirituality, we’ll explore how to see the sacred in ordinary moments—the laughter, struggles, beauty, and mess of daily living. Each episode offers reflections from life to help us live with wonder, compassion, and trust. Join us as we seek to walk gently in the world, loving it as it is... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 89 | Founded | a year ago |
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“They set out and there it was, the star that they had seen at its rising, going before them.” (Matthew 2:9)
Every year on Epiphany, we hear this familiar Gospel about the Magi following a star. We hear about their long journey, their searching, and... more
In this Christmas episode of A Franciscan Heart in the World, weenter the quiet mystery of a God who comes close — not in power, but intenderness. Through the story of Jack and his grandfather, we explore how loveis handed down through patient presen... more
Luke 1:67-79 When God opens a new chapter, it rarely comes with fanfare.
Sometimes it comes as a quiet call to step into who we were anointed to be — priest, prophet, and king — in our time, in our place, in our way.
In today’s Gospel, Zechariah fina... more
Luke 1:57–66. Sometimes God begins something new in us long after we thought our season had passed. In today’s Gospel, Zechariah and Elizabeth learn that grace doesn’t follow the timelines we set. Their yes — quiet, humble, offered late in life — bec... more
Luke 1:39-56
In this episode, we sit with Mary and Elizabeth, and with every moment in our own lives when a simple act of welcome becomes the doorway to grace. Join me as we explore how peace rises when love makes room for gratitude, and how the sma... more
Matthew 1:18–24. n this episode of A Franciscan Heart in the World, we sit with Mary’s annunciation — that moment when God interrupts an ordinary life with an invitation that feels far bigger than our strength. Luke’s Gospel shows us a young woman wh... more
Luke 1:26-38. In today’s episode of A Franciscan Heart in the World, we enter the moment when everything in salvation history shifted — the Annunciation. Luke tells us that an ordinary young woman in an ordinary town was met by an unexpected call tha... more
Luke 1:5-25Before we ever reach Bethlehem, the Christmas story begins with two people who thought their season of hope had passed. In today’s episode of A Franciscan Heart in the World, we look at Zechariah and Elizabeth — how Godmeets them in silenc... more
Br Mike’s reflections meld profound biblical insights with the mind of Francis; and personal stories with practical spiritual direction, in a podcast immersed in the gentle poetry for which he is so well-known. His advent reflections have made this a season to remember.
What joy to hear teaching from Brother Michael. His commentary joins practical everyday human challenges to the eternal resource of Christ. Simple direct language reminds us that we journey to expand our ability to follow Christ rather than our fears. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Accessible, relatable, authentic mixes Franciscan wisdom with the prophetic wisdom of Jesus and sheds a light on the path forward.
What joy to hear teaching from Fr. Michael. His commentary joins practical everyday human challenges to the eternal resource of Christ. Simple direct languageto remind us that we journey to expand our ability to follow Christ rather than our fears. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Mike is an inspirational and wonderful speaker
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This podcast focuses on exploring the presence of God in everyday life through the lens of Franciscan spirituality. It takes listeners on a reflective journey, emphasizing themes such as kindness, compassion, and the beauty of the mundane. Episodes discuss narratives and biblical figures, encouraging individuals to recognize grace and spirituality amidst daily challenges. The approach combines relatable storytelling with spiritual insights, inviting listeners to reflect on their own experiences and how they can bring a sense of wonder and renewal to their lives.
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