Being Franciscan: Living the Tradition

by Nicholas Worssam ssf

Overview

· An attractive and informed introduction to one of the world’s most compelling spiritual movements. · Besides professed members, this will appeal to the 3000 members of the Third Order for lay people. · This is the first such book since Brother Ramon’s Franciscan Spirituality published 25 years ago.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781786224309
Publisher:	Hymns Ancient & Modern
Publication date:	09/20/2022
Pages:	208
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.48(d)

About the Author

Nicholas Worssam ssf taught at Seoul Anglican University before joining the Franciscans. He is Guardian of Glasshampton Monastery, the order’s house of prayer and an Honorary Canon of Worcester Cathedral.

Editorial Reviews

‘Witnesses and guides to Franciscan spirituality speak with poignant urgency of human frailty, divine suffering, and the glory of a world ‘pregnant with God.’

J.P. Williams

‘Invites readers to explore some of the key figures in the early Franciscan tradition, each offering their own contributions to the beautiful and multifaceted tapestry of Franciscan spirituality.’

Daniel Horan OFM

‘A series of wonderful vignettes into the lives of various Franciscan holy men and women… offer[ing] insights into the ways people have been inspired to give expression to their own calling in Christ.’

John-Francis Friendship

‘Honesty, integrity and authenticity shine out.’

Andrew D. Mayes TSSF