Why God Chooses Silence
God’s silence is not absence but invitation. A Franciscan reflection on prayer, trust, and learning to listen when God seems quiet.
December 11, 2025
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Holy Eucharist
God’s silence is not absence but invitation. A Franciscan reflection on prayer, trust, and learning to listen when God seems quiet.
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