Published On Sep 25, 2024
Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR is the Director of Communications and Priestly Studies for the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal (CFR). He is a weekly presenter on Ascension Presents and the host of The Poco a Poco Podcast. His work is deeply rooted in his commitment to prayer, contemplation, and service, especially to the poor. Originally from Southern California, Fr. Mark-Mary experienced a profound conversion during his first year of college, leading him to embrace his vocation as a Franciscan friar and priest
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
3:17 Franciscans Compared to St. Francis
14:30 Life with Poverty
28:55 Marriage & Religious Life
34:15 Sticking with Your Vocation
43:09 Gratitude
49:37 Loving and Serving the Poor
1:11:48 God's Judgment
1:16:04 Meditations with God
1:32:25 Father's Podcast
1:46:52 Life of the Friars
2:05:45 Finding Peace
2:17:50 Moderation with Technology
2:28:00 External vs. Internal
2:36:00 Working for Ascension
2:49:06 Amazing Things in the Church
2:55:47 Upcoming Projects
3:11:04 Wrap-up