Anna Robinson'S ARCHIVE

• Franciscan Friday: Former Volunteer Releases Album

  
  

  • By Franciscan Mission Service
  • On November 29, 2013

  During Anna Robinson’s time as a volunteer communications associate with Franciscan Mission Service, her community and coworkers were blessed by her many gifts. From dining room jam sessions, to music for Mass, to recordings of original […]

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• Franciscan Friday: The Franciscan Family Tree

  
  

  • By Franciscan Mission Service
  • On June 21, 2013

  Explaining the Franciscan “family tree” is no easy feat. The simple man from Assisi inspired and attracted so many people to his Gospel-driven lifestyle over the centuries, and each person has found (or created) his […]

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• 2013 World Care Benefit: Remaining in the Catholic Church Today

  
  

  • By Franciscan Mission Service
  • On April 17, 2013

  Sr. Pat Farrell, OSF, past-president of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious has received numerous awards in the months since the organization’s conflict with the Vatican. FMS Executive Director Kim Smolik presents Sr. Pat Farrell […]

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• Preparing for South Africa: Watching “The Power of One”

  
  

  • By Anna Robinson
  • On February 16, 2013

  Last “Preparing for South Africa” post, Domestic Volunteer Anna talked about her familiarity with South African culture and a documentary she saw prior to departing.  For this post she reviews additional material she covered before […]

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• Valentine’s Day – Celebrating the Ability to Love

  
  

  • By Anna Robinson
  • On February 14, 2013

  Do you have a favorite love quote? There are many, too many to sort through. Quotes by saints, celebrities, historical figures…. the list goes on. And it can be interpreted in different ways – love […]

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• Preparing for South Africa – Watching “Amandla!”

  
  

  • By Anna Robinson
  • On February 6, 2013

  We’re currently testing a Short-Term Mission and Global Awareness Trip to South Africa, and Domestic Volunteer Anna is participating.  However, before she left, she had some studying to do: I am very lucky to be […]

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• Franciscan Friday: Not The Only Fool In The Square

  
  

  • By Anna Robinson
  • On October 19, 2012

  This past week our missioner candidates and domestic volunteers took a day retreat to reflect on the theme of Simplicity and Authenticity.  Domestic Volunteer Anna Robinson shares her take on the group discussions and the […]

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• Meet Our Newest Volunteer, Anna!

  
  

  • By Franciscan Mission Service
  • On August 16, 2012

  Last week a new face moved into our office.  Anna Robinson has joined our communications team after completing a couple of volunteer programs this past year. Calling the Midwest home, Anna grew up in many […]

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• Feast of St. Clare: Reflecting on Her Journey

  
  

  • By Anna Robinson
  • On August 11, 2012

  Communications associate Anna Robinson reflects on walking in the footsteps of Clare in Assisi. In one of my speech classes I had heard how St. Clare (Clara) was a leader, an initiator, how she took […]

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