Blessed are the poor in spirit. The first vow St. Francis of Assisi made was to poverty. It may be a simple calling, but it's not an easy one. Learn how to detach from a love of the things of earth and cling to the things of God in this episode of the #BecomeFire podcast.

St. Francis of Assisi lived a life of penitence and conversion. Not just a one-time thing, but a lifestyle. Our #BecomeFire Podcast St. Francis Lent series continues. In this episode, the friars show you how you can have newness in God today and every day.

Friends, Lent is upon us, and, this year, St. Francis wants to walk with you through the desert. In this seven-part #BecomeFire Podcast series, you'll be inspired to take on your forty-day journey with the courage and conviction of this great Saint. Are you ready? Let's begin!

Fr. Athanasius joins us this week to share his origins story. It is a powerful witness of the Lord's faithfulness in the midst of tragedy. Grab yourself a bag of Utz chips, sit back and listen to how a young rocker from Altoona answered God's call to become a holy priest in this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

We, friars, gather with our friends and family every year for FriarQ, a very special event dedicated to raising funds for our men in formation. It's always an amazing time full of laughter, surprises, and fellowship. Fr. Athanasius joins us to talk about what you can expect when you join us for this special event in this episode of the #BecomeFire podcast.

WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD. What do 1st John, King David, and the Blessed Mother all have in common? Join FHS at the movies to find out as the friars break open the epic sci-fi film, Dune (2021). What should you pay attention to? Heck...Should you even see it? All this and more in this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

That blessed event… That dream within a dream.... Marriage and family expert, Ryan Verret, joins the friars to talk all things marriage. Whether you’re hoping to be married, are already married, or you’re someone who helps prepare people for marriage, this episode of the #BecomeFire podcast is for you.

Because the depths of God's Word are endless, and we had such an amazing response to our last episode on the power of Scripture, Br. Elijah and Fr. Antony continue in Part Two, this time helping you encounter God through the Old Testament. Grab your Bible and dive into this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

Maybe you read the Bible regularly, or at least you used to. Maybe you want to really read it for the first time. Wherever you're at, you probably need some help! Renown Scripture scholar Br. John Barker, OFM is here to help you experience God in new and powerful ways through His Word in this episode of the #BecomeFire Podcast.

To celebrate our 50th episode, we've brought along special guests, Sr. Martha and Sr. Pam from the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity to share their truly remarkable life and mission with you all. So, kick back, grab a cuppa, join us as we welcome 2022!