In this episode of St. Clement Parish, Chicago, Illinois No Filters, Just Faith, Elise Giles sits down with Franciscan Friar of the Our Lady of Guadalupe Province and Franciscan Sister of Christian Charity Sr. Mary Ann Spanjers, two Franciscans whose lives are rooted in joy, service, and a deep love for Jesus. Together they share what it truly means to live the Franciscan life—a way of following Christ that’s grounded in the Gospel, centered on the Eucharist, and lived from the heart.
They reflect on St. Francis of Assisi’s radical example of humility and love, his call to encounter God in the poor and in creation, and his lasting legacy that continues to inspire over 800 years later. From prayer to community to everyday acts of service, Fr. Kim and Sr. Mary Ann remind us that living the Gospel is not an abstract idea—it’s possible, tangible, and filled with joy. Join us for a conversation that will leave you asking: how am I living the Gospel from my own heart? (photos: Damian Chlanda)
