Julie A. Ferraro, a journalist for more than 30 years, is a Benedictine Oblate of the Monastery of the Ascension, Jerome, Idaho. She currently uses her communication and other skills in service to various organizations within the Benedictine family.
Franciscan Fr. Dan Riley points out how God is immediate and writes, "Lectio begins when we create a place within ourselves for an encounter." I found such observations deeply nourishing.
Book review: A new biography of St. Clare introduces her life and faith to those new to the Franciscan tradition and reveals previously unknown facts to those who have yearned to know more about this founder of the Poor Clares.
On June 9 and 10, Washington Catholics joined in prayer, eucharistic adoration and hearing from organizations and elected officials about the need for a COVID-19 relief fund for undocumented workers in the state.
