Today was my day for buying groceries ( Read more... )

To live in literal poverty can be problematic in itself. Without an attitude of gratitude and absolute faith that your needs will be provided, poverty can be a burden that ushers in stress and envy. If poverty leads to a lifestyle of stress and a mindset of lack then we will not be liberated to more fully devote ourselves to the love of God after ( Read more... )

To Live Simply
 - Response to Formation Notes 6

Poverty is central to Franciscan spirituality. For us as members of the Third Order this is particularly challenging because we live secular lives.

Is poverty itself important or is it the qualities that it releases within us? What are the graces that Francis saw coming from a deep commitment to poverty ( Read more... )