Product Description

Finding freedom in simplicity and voluntary poverty, living in harmony with creation, seeking to be a brother to everyone and everything - so much of the teaching of St Francis directly challenges the values of today's consumer-driven culture, providing a radical, liberating alternative. Yet while he remains an enduringly popular figure in the history of Christian spirituality, St Clare, an early follower and teacher of his values, is far less well-known. This text looks at St Francis and St Clare together, showing how they shared responsibility for the growth and influence of the Franciscan order, and how deeply rooted their teaching was in Scripture. The book is aimed at people already interested in the teaching of St Francis as well as those whose explorations have extended no further than singing "All Creatures of Our God and King" - a version of Francis' "Canticle of the Creatures". And it introduces St Clare to a wider audience - a comparatively little-known but surprisingly influential female spiritual leader.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #426500 in Books
• Published on: 2001-06-22
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

About the Author
Helen Julian CSF has been a member of the Community of St Francis for 16 years. At present she is Novice Guardian for the Community, and Guardian of St Francis Convent, South Petherton, Somerset.

Customer Reviews

More than biography!
Drawing on the lives of Francis and Clare this book demonstrates how their way of life was based directly on that of Jesus, and helps to show how the Franciscan orders came into being and developed. More than a biography of these two dedicated Christians it is an informative combination of history, biography and theology which is very readable and thought provoking.

very relevant and interesting, perfect for those thinking of the third order
this was recommended to me by a Franciscan and it an especially good book on st Francis and st Clare, it avoids the over sentimental approach (such as the little flowers type books, as valid as they are) and gives an indepth view of the both saints - and how they lived the gospel life. It also gives good advice on following the poverty rule etc that st Francis and Clare maintained and advised.
Very much worth buying, especially if you are interested in the Third Order - there is a chapter at the back detailing the author's journey and also some helpful bits and bobs for your own journey
Excellent