15 Days of Prayer with Saint Francis of Assisi (15 Days of Prayer Series)

Many contemporary readers may be familiar with Francis' life but not his spiritual vision. In 15 Days of Prayer with Saint Francis of Assisi, Thaddée Matura selects key texts and provides a commentary that introduces the Poverello's gospel-based message. This volume provides a spiritual itinerary: the grandeur and misery of the human condition; the love of neighbor, especially the poor and the marginalized; poverty, the path to perfect joy; wonder over all of creation; and, above all, discovering and praising the mystery of the Trinity, the center of every Christian life. Those who may have only an anecdotal acquaintance with the facts of Francis' life will be astonished at the density of his spiritual message. Read more Continue reading Read less REVIEW
'A specialist in Franciscan spirituality, Matura has written over a dozen books on St. Francis of Assisi's spirituality. Composed for the novice, Matura encourages each participant to be accompanied by a spiritual companion during the fifteen-day prayer periods. Although written as a commentary to the writings of St. Francis, the aim of the book is not to forge a unique relationship with St. Francis but, rather, to create a place of disciplined prayer in which the innermost self recognizes God's voice. The book is a compilation of literary genres (poems, rules, letters, prayers) , and Matura is skillful in his organization of each prayer period ...' --Cynthia Bond, Religious Studies Review ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Thaddée Matura, a specialist in Franciscan spirituality, has written over a dozen books on St. Francis of Assisi and his message. Read more Continue reading Read less