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Free Throws, Defense Help Hofstra Edge St. FrancisThe Hofstra Pride Men's basketball team is aslowly adjusting to playing in the post-Charles Jenkins era. Learning how to gut out tough wins as it did against St. Francis is all part of the learning curve.
Feast of St. Francis 'Blessing of the Animals' Continues Long TraditionOct. 4. is the Feast of St.Francis of Assisi, in the Catholic church. He was a gentle, humble man who taught us to love our earth. St. Francis is best known in his role as patron saint of animals. The blessing of the pets is one of my dearest memories.
Seffner Community Celebrates a Change at St Francis of Assisi Catholic ChurchSeffner Pastor retires after 24 years of service at St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and the community comes together to wish Fr. Christopher Fitzgerald the best.- Grass: Why God Hates Lawns!This is one of those stories that goes round online but it's not bad.
- St. Francis Terriers Vs. St. Mary's MountaineersLooks like our Terriers are off to a bad start in this new year. Hopefully, things will turn around for them soon.
- St. Francis Hospital- Indianapolis, Indiana HonoredSt. Francis hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana has some of the nations' leading doctors and patient care in the United States and have recently been honored for these items.
- LIU Women's Soccer to Play St. Francis in Final for Conference ChampionshipsLong Island University's Women's Soccer team beat Central Connecticut State November 5th in the first round of Northeast Conference Women's Soccer Tournament, one to nothing, and will now play St. Francis for the title
Art Historians Hold First Research Symposium at St. Francis in Brooklyn HeightsRecently a group of more than 100 art professors, graduate students, museum curators, and independent scholars from across Europe and North America converged on St. Francis College in Brooklyn Heights.
St Francis College Presents a Reading and Talk from Award Winning Author Julie OrringerSt. Francis presents a talk by Julie Orringer, author of the 2003 award winning short story collection, "How to Breathe Underwater." Scheduled for Wednesday November 3rd at 4:30 pm, the talk is free and open to the public.- St. Francis College in Brooklyn Heights Holds Open HouseChoosing a college is one of the most important decisions a young person and their family can make. St. Francis welcomes high school students
St. Francis Inn Combines History and Luxury in St. AugustineThe evening receptions, nighttime desserts and breakfasts here are wonderful- We Need More of St. Francis of Assisi to Protect Our EnvironmentWe are badly in need of saintly people like St. Francis of Assisi to protect our planet. He, the Patron Saint of the Environment, Ecology and of Animals, should enlighten all of us living on this earth now to pay heed to the cries of Nature.
Plants for a St. Francis GardenMaking your own St. Francis garden can be a fun project for the whole family and can give your home a tranquil space to meditate and simply enjoy the natural world.- Spotlight on St. Francis CollegeLocated in the Brooklyn Heights section of Brooklyn,New York St. Francis College provides it students with a top notch education at affordable tuition rates.
St. Francis De Sales: Patron Saint of Writers and JournalistsSt. Francis de Sales was born in France in 1567. He became the Patron Saint of writers and journalists after being the first writer to pen his views about faith in order to communicate with people.- Film Critique on Brother Sun Sister Moon (1973)A critical review on the movie that tries to bring the life of St. Francis of Assisi on the big screen.
- St. Francis REDReview and rating of St. Francis Red wine, a value-priced meritage from Sonoma Valley.
Three Season Camping: Silver Mines, MissouriRead on if you've never taken advantage of this gem of a spot.- St. Francis Shop in Long Beach Township, New Jersey - Store ReviewThis article will review St. Francis Shop on Long Beach Island in New Jersey.
- St. Francis, Anthem Feud Continues to Alienate PatientsWith a recent extension to contract negotiations, many Anthem customers are feeling too little effort has been shown by both parties, costing patients more than frustration in the long run.
- Holly's Bike Day at St Francis Health Care CentreJust another fund raiser that makes you smile.
- St Francis Health Care Centre More Than a Rehabilitation HospitalSpiritual, emotional, and physical healin' all rolled into one buildin' with a Divine inspired staff.
- The Christmas Creche: St. Francis' Nativity SceneInside and outside of many homes and churches everywhere Christmas creches are being assembled, lit, and displayed. This tradition is attributed to St Francis of Assisi who created the "second" live Nativity, the first being the original.
- Entertaining Angels UnawareThe idea of being kind to strangers because they might be an angel seems odd to some. I do not have a problem with the idea, but then, I believe angels exist and walk the earth.
- Expect Nothing, Enjoy Everything !!!Keeping hopes in perspective
- St. Clare of AssisiAlthough she was a contemporary of St. Francis, St. Clare is less well known than her illustrious mentor. However, her remains can still be visited today in the Basilica of Santa Chiara in Assisi, Italy.
The History and Novena of St. Claire of AssisiThe Novena of St. Claire is said to be a very powerful prayer which has produced miracles in the lives of many. Learn about the life of this mysterious saint and how to get the best results out of the Novena.- St. Francis Terriers Vs. UPenn QuakersAnother loss for the St. Francis Terries! Wednesday evenings game took these young ladies to a 1-9 record.
Sir Francis Dashwood and His Devilish Boy's ClubDuring the middle years of the 1700's Sir Francis Dashwood and his wealthy friends are rumored to have participated in undeniably sinful activities.
"Islam: Life Against Terror" Discussion with Muslim Student Association at St. FrancisIn an effort to engage those Americans and help them understand that Islam does not equal terrorism, the Muslim student Association of St. Francis College is hosting a three hour panel discussion and dinner on November 4th.- Art Exhibit Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month Open Till Oct 29th, in Brooklyn Heights"Breaking the Sea" includes works by Scherezade Garcia and Iliana Emilia Garcia, both Domiican born artists currently living and working in New York.
- The Blessing of the AnimalsThe Blessing of the Animals is an event in which pets are invited to receive God's blessing in memory of St Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals.
- A Year of Firsts in 2010 NEC Tournament?A brief overview of highlights of upcoming 2010 Northeast Conference Men's Basketball tournament.
"I'm Gorgeous Inside"Living a life of example and letting God's Glory shine through us.- Saint Francis of Assisi and the Propensity for Sacred PainSt. Francis' life exhibits what we call "Sacred Pain." That is, St. Francis believed pain and suffering would bring him closer to God.
The First Five Minute Friday 11/06/09If you could spend five minutes in someone else's shoes, whose shoes would you pick?- Quiet Father Teaches Valuable Lessons with Few WordsThough he was a man of sparse words, he cherished animals. He taught by example how to love, respect and care for them. His love for one sick, wet Cocker Spaniel actually got him to say a lot.
- Patron Saint Quiz:Saints preserve us! Who's the patron saint of your condition ? Vocation? Country? Take this quiz and find out. Below are names of patron saints - can you guess who or what they are "in charge of"?
- Learning to Let it Go - and GrowI got an interesting email from my aunt last week. It consisted of a conversation between God and St. Francis who were talking about a group called the Suburbanites and their odd landscaping habits. Here's how it began.
- My Most Unforgetable Person"If you want a big job done, tell a woman what needs done, not how to do it, and get out of the way.
