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Our most popular Web feature since 1997 is now available free by e-mail! Learn about the lives of the saints one at at time, and be linked always to other saints resources, including a calendar and a list of patron saints. Even better, listen to a 90-second version of Saint of the Day from our own Franciscan Media Productions. It's all in your inbox every day.
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Once a month, and on special occasions, Catholic Greetings Premiere comes to your inbox with links to new Catholic e-greetings from www.CatholicGreetings.org to send greetings for Sacraments, birthdays, holidays, celebrations and timely reminders of upcoming Catholic events.
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Minute Meditations — a quiet spot in your busy day

Peaceful, spiritual reflection that comes to your inbox at no cost. Drawing upon short, inspired thoughts from the popular books and periodicals of Franciscan Media, the online edition of Minute Meditations brings directly to you a chance to take a moment from the daily hurry and worry to focus on the place of God in your life. Subscribe now!

Friar Jack's E-spirations

Each bimonthly free issue contains information and inspiration, and the latest happenings at AmericanCatholic.org "Friar Jack's Musings," on the message of St. Francis for today; and "Friar Jack's Catechism Quiz," a lively refresher course on Catholic basics.
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Catholic SAMPler — view free samples online!

Find out what's brand-new in the world of Catholic books, videos and audiotapes from Franciscan Media. Here's a new way to sample books, audios and videos, by simply clicking to view sample chapters and tables of contents, or listen to streaming media. We bring you new products, gift ideas for the season and resources to help you enrich your faith.
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Franciscan Media Productions

Keep up-to-date with Franciscan Media’s new and established electronic products, including long form and interstitial radio features, audiobooks, and the Catholic Update on Demand video subscription service. This free bi-weekly e-newsletter highlights content from the two upcoming American Catholic Radio programs, while alerting listeners and broadcasters to future projects. Heard around the country on Catholic radio stations and The Catholic Channel on Sirius/XM, ACR is produced through a grant from the U.S. Bishops’ Catholic Communication Campaign, and also can be found at Productions.FranciscanMedia.org.
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(New!) AmericanCatholic Connections

The AmericanCatholic Connections e-newsletter keeps you up-to-date on AmericanCatholic.org, the website for Franciscan Media. AmericanCatholic.org brings you news and feature stories, saints and sacraments, movie reviews, seasonal features and more for your Catholic faith. Every other week, this new e-newsletter is sent directly to your inbox.
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Faith Formation Update (for Catechetical leaders)

Help plan your religious-education and RCIA classes with our monthly free e-newsletter aimed at religious educators. Timed to work within the liturgical calendar, this newsletter will bring you ideas gleaned from experienced teachers.
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Theophilus of Corte: If we expect saints to do marvelous things continually and to leave us many memorable quotes, we are bound to be disappointed with St. Theophilus. The mystery of God's grace in a person's life, however, has a beauty all its own.
<p>Theophilus was born in Corsica of rich and noble parents. As a young man he entered the Franciscans and soon showed his love for solitude and prayer. After admirably completing his studies, he was ordained and assigned to a retreat house near Subiaco. Inspired by the austere life of the Franciscans there, he founded other such houses in Corsica and Tuscany. Over the years, he became famous for his preaching as well as his missionary efforts. </p><p>Though he was always somewhat sickly, Theophilus generously served the needs of God's people in the confessional, in the sickroom and at the graveside. Worn out by his labors, he died on June 17, 1740. He was canonized in 1930.</p>

God doesn't abandon people just because an accident happened. He doesn't abandon people who are the victims of poor judgment or of evildoers. He is always there. It's up to us to find him.

PICKS OF THE WEEK

	When the Spirit Comes in Power
	Catholic evangelist Peter Herbeck describes the work of the Holy Spirit in the personal lives of Christians.

	In the Footprints of Francis and the Sultan
	In 1219 during the Fifth Crusade, Francis took it upon himself to cross battle lines and reach out to Muslims.

	For Mothers (and Fathers!)
	Author Curtis shares personal stories and advice for helping your children find God's voice amid the messages that target them.

	New from Franciscan Media
	When the initial shock and pain of widowhood has passed, Life after Death can help you build a new life.

	The Month of Mary
	Learn what the Bible has to say about the Mother of God in Chris Padgett's engaging style.

CATHOLIC GREETINGS

	Pentecost
	As Church we rely on the Holy Spirit to form us in the image of Christ.

	Pentecost
	As Church we rely on the Holy Spirit to form us in the image of Christ.

	Armed Forces Day (U.S.)
	Remember to honor those in the service of our nation with your prayers and support.

	Reception into Full Communion
	Participate in welcoming those completing their Christian initiation and recall your own commitment to the faith.

	St. Isidore the Farmer
	This deeply religious 12^th-century husband and father was known for his love of the poor.

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