Francis of Assisi, one of the most popular saints and the patron saint of ecology, is an enigma. He was born into a wealthy family but gave it all up when he felt called by God to live a life of extreme poverty. He dreamed of becoming a knight but ended up preaching peace and reconciliation. He sought spiritual solitude but found himself head of a large religious order. He was a radical but remained loyal to the Catholic Church. His life and works hold many lessons for us today, as we seek ways of living that are informed by the gospels and rooted in integrity.
About the author
As a former professor he published a number of academic books, mainly on environmental themes, including Caring for Creation (1992) about a Christian approach to the environment. Through that he discovered the fascinating but complex character of Francis of Assisi, whose life life and works offer valuable lessons for us today, no matter where we live or what we do.
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