A Follower of Francis

These are the reflections of a Secular Franciscan. I look not only at my own spiritual journey, but also at issues of life, economic and social justice, morality, the arts, and more through the lens of Franciscan Spirituality.

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

About Mormons

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A popular local radio host who happens to be Mormon recently posted an article about how Mormons are Christians. Strictly speaking, they are...
Monday, June 8, 2026

Moving on up ...

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This past weekend I was at a regional Secular Franciscan meeting. It’s an annual meeting of the ministers from the region (which covers most...
Tuesday, June 2, 2026

That Pride Thing (and Sports)

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During this Month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, activists and people with disordered conditions have tried to turn it into a month to celebr...
Saturday, May 30, 2026

Some Recent Science Fiction and Horror Poetry

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though in a coma he was aware as doctors harvested organs Once, twice, and then a third time he heard the footsteps of it circling his hidin...
Friday, May 29, 2026

May 29 In Catholic History: Welcome G. K. Chesterton

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On May 29, 1874, Gilbert Keith Chesterton was born in London. A 1922 convert, Chesterton was a noted for his voluminous output of essays, po...
Wednesday, May 27, 2026

May 27 in Catholic History: The Future Cardinal O'Connor

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On May 27, 1979, Pope St. John Paul II consecrated John O'Connor as a bishop. On May 19, 1984 he was installed as Archbishop of New York...
Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Are They Watching Us?

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The U.S. government has been releasing UFO files. Okay, they now call them UAPs - “Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena”. Seriously? I'll s...
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