St. Francis and the Cross

St. Francis and the Cross

Author: Raniero Cantalamessa

Publisher: Servant Books

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781569553459

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In "St. Francis and the Cross, each of the authors provides two reflections on key texts and events from the life of the saint. Cantalamessa mediates on Francis' "Canticle of Creation" and his "Testament," calling us to allow the beauty of creation to draw us to Christ and open us to love. Martini considers how the folly of the cross brings us to wisdom and to perfect joy. This is an ideal book to use during prayer times or on retreat.


Reluctant Saint

Reluctant Saint

Author: Donald Spoto

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2003-09-30

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 144065039X

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Acclaimed biographer Donald Spoto strips away the legends from the life of Francis of Assisi to reveal the true story of a man who has too often been obscured by pious iconography. Drawing on unprecedented access to unexplored archives, plus Francis's own letters, Spoto places Francis within the context of the multifaceted ecclesiastical, political, and social forces of medieval Italy, casting new light on Francis and showing how his emphasis on charity as the heart of the Gospel's message helped him pioneer a new social movement. This nuanced portrait reveals the multifaceted character of a man who can genuinely be said to have changed the course of history.


The Way of the Cross

The Way of the Cross

Author: Anonymous

Publisher: Tan Books

Published: 1995

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780895553140

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We consider this the best Way of the Cross we have ever seen. Traditional, edifying pictures. The Stabat Mater is given in Latin and English.


Saints Who Raised the Dead

Saints Who Raised the Dead

Author: Fr. Albert J. Hebert

Publisher: TAN Books

Published: 1986

Total Pages: 374

ISBN-13: 150510338X

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Stories from the lives of St. Francis Xavier, St. Patrick, St. John Bosco, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Teresa of Avila, St. Elizabeth of Hungary, St. Rose of Lima, Bl. Margaret of Castello, etc. Includes the raising of persons who had died, descriptions of Heaven, Hell and Purgatory by temporarily dead persons and an analysis of contemporary "after death" experiences. Many pictures of the saints and their miracles. Fascinating. Formerly published by TAN under the title "Raised from the Dead".


Franciscan Prayer

Franciscan Prayer

Author: Ilia Delio

Publisher: Franciscan Media

Published: 2022-03-08

Total Pages: 243

ISBN-13: 1616362316

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Masterfully written and intensely enlightening, Franciscan Prayer could very well be considered the essential handbook for all those seeking to pray and live the Franciscan way. With exquisite execution, Franciscan theologian Ilia Delio clearly outlines what it means to pray as a Franciscan. Through her experience as a discalced Carmelite nun and then her transformation into Franciscan scholar, Sister Delio brings to light the “contemplative,” “cosmic” and “evangelizing” aspects of Franciscan prayer. Everyone, says Delio, seems to know about Francis’ life, his miracles, his devotion to evangelization and his dedication to living a simple and humble life, yet few know about his prayer life, which seemed, over the centuries, to get lost in the paper shuffle between theologians, followers and historical biographers. It is through Clare of Assisi, Delio asserts, that we have insights into the Franciscan path of prayer. “[Clare] provides the ‘road-map’ of prayer for evangelical life…she was able to do this because she lived under monastic rule while ardently desiring evangelical life.” Through Clare’s letters and actions, we find the rudiments of Franciscan prayer: “Gaze—Consider—Contemplate—Imitate.” Delio also uses the insights of Saint Bonaventure as well as Saint Francis to fully show the meaning and purpose of prayer in the Franciscan tradition.


The Lady

The Lady

Author: Saint Clare (of Assisi)

Publisher: New City Press

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 462

ISBN-13: 1565482212

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Provides new translations of Clare's writings and related primary sources, as well as previously unpublished documents.