Maureen O'Brien — Listening, Following, Re-Discovering, Healing
Franciscan Spirit
Maureen O'Brien's award-winning short stories and poems have been published widely in magazines and anthologies. She lives in Connecticut, where she taught creative writing to teenagers for 25 years. She holds an MA in creative writing and a BA in philosophy and religion. She is the author of What Was Lost: Seeking Refuge in the Psalms and Gather the Fragments: My Year of Finding God’s Love. Read her latest cover story in St. Anthony Messenger here. (00:00:01) Introduction (00:03:09) Background, Creativity, and Pilgrimage (00:08:53) Franciscan Spirituality and Creativity (00:11:44) Franciscan Faith in the Messiness of Life (00:20:31) Reflection: Arms Wide Open (by Susan Hines-Brigger) (00:23:07) Listening and Healing (00:41:20) Reflection: Honest Prayer (by Susan Hines-Brigger) (00:44:42) Following and Re-Discovering (01:00:14) Hope Beneath It All (01:06:38) Conclusion
About Podcast
Franciscan Spirit brings listeners insightful conversations with authors, artists, and educators who explore faith, spirituality, and the human experience through a Franciscan lens. Each episode delves into thought-provoking topics, drawing inspiration from the values of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi, to inspire a deeper connection with God and the world. Featuring a diverse range of guests, the podcast offers a blend of storytelling, reflection, and practical wisdom for living a life of harmony, joy, and simplicity. Visit Franciscan Media's website for the show notes and episode page.