Everyone living in an around the Phoenix area is invited to join us in a celebration for World Day of Peace at the Casa, aka, Franciscan Renewal Retreat Center, the largest retreat center in Phoenix. In celebration of World Peace Day, the Franciscan Renewal Center and The Arizona Peace Alliance are partnering to host a [...]

A sacred shrine in your home is an expression of devotion, gratitude and generosity. Shrines are magnets which attract higher forces, sacred beings and the energy of all virtues. The purpose of a shrine or altar is to invite the presence of what you cherish the most. Shrines and altars act like daily reminders that [...]

As we honor the passing of Michael Jackson it occurred to me that everyone’s life deserves to be honored by taking some action to express that respect, love and gratitude. There is a powerful way we can join together in an act of national and global service by planting trees in his memory. Since Michael [...]

Growing at a healthier world and reversing global warming begins with you. You are the tipping point. Consider these recent facts regarding global warming and deforestation: Studies show that more deforestation station damage has been done of the Earth’s natural ecosystems in the last 50 years than in all preceding human history! Approximately 80% of [...]

Happy Earth Day! There are Three Actions You Can Take to Restore a Greener Planet which are easy to engage yourself in. We all want a greener planet. We all want to see a healing planet. We want our planet to be sacred place as well. We know a healthy planet benefits everyone, including the [...]