Hosted by the Franciscan School of Theology How does the Eucharist shape the way we care for creation? In this online lecture, Christopher O'Brien, PhD, explores Pope Francis's vision of the deep relationship between Eucharist and ecology—drawing especially from Laudato Si' and Desiderio Desideravi. Dr. O'Brien will also offer a brief reflection on Pope Leo… Continue Reading Eucharist and Ecology: Pope Francis’s Liturgical Theology of Caring for Our Common Home (Online; Partner Event)

Hosted by the Franciscan Action Network As hunger continues to rise across the United States, the federal government has proposed significant cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the nation's most effective anti-hunger program. These changes appear in the administration's recently released 2027 budget, which includes major reductions to domestic programs. This webinar will… Continue Reading Webinar: Advocating for a Just Farm Bill (Online Event; Partner Event)

Hosted by Paths to Understanding Many people today feel anxious about the future of our communities and our country. Division and distrust seem to grow faster than our capacity to understand one another. In this webinar, Pastor Terry Kyllo, executive director of Paths to Understanding, explores why these forces have become so powerful — and… Continue Reading Webinar – The Society We Deserve: Where Everyone Belongs and Everyone Can Thrive (Online; Partner Event)

Hosted by Paths to Understanding What would it look like to build a society where everyone belongs and everyone can thrive? In this webinar, Pastor Terry Kyllo offers a hopeful, practical vision for renewing our common life through the everyday practice of loving our neighbors. Drawing on Scripture, social research, and years of community experience,… Continue Reading Webinar – Strategies of Love: Where Do We Start?

Hosted by the Oldenburg Franciscans Have you ever wondered how prayer is shaping your life beneath the surface? This morning retreat invites you to explore the rich and varied relationships the Spirit opens to us through prayer. Together we'll reflect on how poetry, silence, scripture, nature, and community can deepen our ongoing conversation with God.… Continue Reading Mini-Retreat: Relationships in Prayer (Online & In-Person; Partner Event)