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Some people want to know why I wished to be called Francis. For me, Francis of Assisi is the man of poverty, the man of peace, the man who loves and protects creation. Pope Francis, March 16, 2013 By taking the name of one of the most widely respected figures in history, Pope Francis set a high bar for his papacy. The legacy of St Francis is epic: a breath-taking testament to divine love and the human capacity for compassion and joy. Since his election in March 2013, the pope's Franciscan 'accent' has become increasingly evident. His optimism, creativity, courage, and playful sense of humour are reminiscent of the beloved saint.
A unique, inspiring and beautifully crafted sequence of meditations, drawn from the Pope's speeches and tweets since becoming pontiff in 2013.
About the Author
Pope Francis is the first Latin American to be elected to the chair of St Peter. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, he was ordained as a priest in 1969. He served as head of the Society of Jesus in Argentina from 1973 to 1979. In 1998 he became the Archbishop of Buenos Aires, and in 2001 a cardinal. Following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI in February 2013, Bergoglio was elected as his successor. He chose the papal name Francis in honour of Saint Francis of Assisi.
Reviews
In his commitment to the poor, to peace, and to creation care Pope Francis is changing the status quo; challenging institutions of wealth and power, while inspiring the vulnerable and faithful around the world. I recommend this book to anyone looking for inspiration, vision, and spiritual guidance. These words of Pope Francis demonstrate why he is becoming such a life-changing, church-changing, and world changing leader-and a delightfully surprising gift from God. * Jim Wallis *
The attractive layout of one item for each of the 170-plus pages makes the book ideal for dipping into and Pope Francis' sincerity crosses denominational barriers. -- Margaret Daniels * Methodist Recorder *
A COLLECTION of quotations taken directly from the official Vatican texts of Pope Francis' homilies, speeches, tweets, audiences, prayers, daily meditations and writings is published as The Spirit of St Francis - "Inspiring words on faith, love and creation" - edited by Alicia von Stamwitz (SPCK, GBP8.99). At Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio's election in 2013, he explained his choice of papal name by saying, "For me, Francis of Assisi is the man of poverty, the man of peace, the man who loves and protects creation". His wish to follow the precepts of his chosen saint is borne out by the chapter headings, which include We are infinitely loved, Choose simplicity and humility, Do not forget the poor! and Respect and protect creation. The attractive layout of one item for each of the 170-plus pages makes the book ideal for dipping into and Pope Francis' sincerity crosses denominational barriers. * Methodist Recorder *
Book Information
ISBN 9780281074310
Author Pope Francis
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint SPCK Publishing
Publisher SPCK Publishing
Weight(grams) 217g
A unique, inspiring and beautifully crafted sequence of meditations, drawn from the Pope's speeches and tweets since becoming pontiff in 2013.
About the Author
Pope Francis is the first Latin American to be elected to the chair of St Peter. Born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in Buenos Aires, Argentina, he was ordained as a priest in 1969. He served as head of the Society of Jesus in Argentina from 1973 to 1979. In 1998 he became the Archbishop of Buenos Aires, and in 2001 a cardinal. Following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI in February 2013, Bergoglio was elected as his successor. He chose the papal name Francis in honour of Saint Francis of Assisi.
Reviews
In his commitment to the poor, to peace, and to creation care Pope Francis is changing the status quo; challenging institutions of wealth and power, while inspiring the vulnerable and faithful around the world. I recommend this book to anyone looking for inspiration, vision, and spiritual guidance. These words of Pope Francis demonstrate why he is becoming such a life-changing, church-changing, and world changing leader-and a delightfully surprising gift from God. * Jim Wallis *
The attractive layout of one item for each of the 170-plus pages makes the book ideal for dipping into and Pope Francis' sincerity crosses denominational barriers. -- Margaret Daniels * Methodist Recorder *
A COLLECTION of quotations taken directly from the official Vatican texts of Pope Francis' homilies, speeches, tweets, audiences, prayers, daily meditations and writings is published as The Spirit of St Francis - "Inspiring words on faith, love and creation" - edited by Alicia von Stamwitz (SPCK, GBP8.99). At Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio's election in 2013, he explained his choice of papal name by saying, "For me, Francis of Assisi is the man of poverty, the man of peace, the man who loves and protects creation". His wish to follow the precepts of his chosen saint is borne out by the chapter headings, which include We are infinitely loved, Choose simplicity and humility, Do not forget the poor! and Respect and protect creation. The attractive layout of one item for each of the 170-plus pages makes the book ideal for dipping into and Pope Francis' sincerity crosses denominational barriers. * Methodist Recorder *
Book Information
ISBN 9780281074310
Author Pope Francis
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint SPCK Publishing
Publisher SPCK Publishing
Weight(grams) 217g
