In this vulnerable and heartfelt episode of Franciscan Fridays, Brother Pius and Fr. Luke dive into the hard question: What do we do when God's will doesn’t match our expectations?

From personal stories of suffering and illness to insights into the Fatima apparitions, they explore our desire for control, certainty, and spiritual security — and how God invites us instead to radical trust.

They reflect on common spiritual traps (like treating prophecy or apparitions as fortune-telling), the temptation of conspiracy theories, and how true faith means living the Gospel through the ordinary.

Whether you're wrestling with unanswered prayers, frustrated by church controversies, or simply longing for deeper faith — this episode will encourage you to surrender, trust, and walk the little way of love.

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In this episode of Franciscan Fridays, Brother Pius Gagné and Father Luke Mary Fletcher reflect on the 5th Joyful Mystery of the Rosary — the Finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple — and how it speaks deeply to the experience of spiritual desolation, dryness in prayer, and the feeling that Jesus is missing.

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Have you ever felt like your prayers were going nowhere, or that God was distant? You're not alone. Drawing on Ignatian spirituality, Carmelite mystics, and personal stories, our friars explore:

Why God sometimes feels far away

The value of perseverance in prayer during difficult times

How to offer even your spiritual "nothing" to God

The wisdom of the saints on detachment and faith in darkness

What the Holy Family teaches us about trust, searching, and surrender

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Join Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher and John Paul Gutschke for a powerful episode of Franciscan Fridays at the Shrine as they reveal a little-known mystical vision experienced by Saint Carlo Acutis during his visit to Fatima. Discover how Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati and Saint Carlo are deeply connected to Our Lady and the First Saturday Devotion — and why this devotion may hold the key to the future of the world. Plus, exciting updates on the new young adult movement and a virtual Fatima pilgrimage launching this December!

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On this special Franciscan Friday, join Brother Pius and Father Luke at the Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima as they reveal three never-before-discussed mystical secrets of Saint Mother Teresa—visions she received in 1947, coinciding with the founding of the Blue Army.

These visions connect deeply to the Message of Fatima, devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, and the Rosary, offering powerful insight into the interior life and spiritual mission of Mother Teresa.

🌟 You'll also hear rare personal stories of encounters with Mother Teresa, reflections on her dark night of the soul, and why she is lovingly called the "Holy Auntie" of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal.

🕊 Whether you're devoted to Fatima, drawn to Catholic mysticism, or simply seeking inspiration from the saints, this episode offers a profound invitation to follow Christ by serving “the least of these.”

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Join Brother Pius and Fr. Luke Mary as they dive deep into the Passion of St. John the Baptist, his powerful role as the final prophet of the Old Testament, and how Catholic prophecy relates to the message of Our Lady of Fatima. What does true prophecy mean in the life of the Church? Should Catholics worry about "secret messages" and online conspiracy theories?

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Welcome back to Franciscan Fridays at the Shrine! In this week’s episode, Brother Pius and Father Luke dive into the mystery and power of prayer, the inspiring tradition of the spiritual bouquet, and how this ties directly into the message of Our Lady of Fatima. Whether you're a lifelong Catholic or just beginning to explore your faith, this episode reminds us of the supernatural strength of intercession, especially through the Rosary, Divine Mercy, and Holy Hours — and how we can offer these prayers as a gift to Pope Leo for his birthday on September 14th.

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Is the Message of Fatima Scary or Hopeful? 

Discover why St. Francisco Marto may just be the patron saint of all who feel ordinary—and why that’s exactly where God’s grace can shine brightest.

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Franciscan Fridays at the Shrine – Episode 14 With Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR & Br. Pius Marie Gagne, CFR From the National Blue Army Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima – Asbury, NJ

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