A partnership between the Franciscan Study Center at Tilburg University, NL and the Franciscan Institute at Saint Bonaventure University, NY
Were Franciscan Churches a Betrayal of St. Francis?
The Editors    |   October 4, 2022
Church | Society | Spirituality

In this research seminar, Erik Gustafson questions common assumptions about Franciscan architecture in the century after the saint's death.

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Transitus
The Editors    |   October 3, 2022
Spirituality

The Franciscan Study Center is launching a new project on the transformation of Franciscan communities and the spirituality that gives strength in this transition.

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Rules, Regulations, and Regimes in Franciscan Spirituality
Krijn Pansters   |   September 22, 2022
Politics | Church | Society | Spirituality | Leadership

This interdisciplinary conference takes the 800th anniversary of the Franciscan Rule as a point of departure for a reflection on the value as well as the limitations of rules, regulations, and regimes.

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A Guide to Living the Mindful, Meditative Way
The Editors    |   September 21, 2022
Spirituality

We can discover a deeper sense of meaning and unconditional love in the world around us, allowing us to live happier and more authentic lives.

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Franciscan Politics
The Editors    |   September 15, 2022
Politics | Society | Spirituality

By analyzing the source documents, the article illustrates the intentions, content and purposes of “Franciscan politics” as a spiritual, Christian and social re-awakening of the City.

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