Publisher's Synopsis
A "member's handbook" for everyone who aspires to live with the simplicity and joy of St. Francis, this book contains the Rule, prayers and devotions, a Franciscan who's who, a guide to living as a Franciscan today, essentials of Franciscan spirituality, a dictionary of Franciscan terms, a guide to the Franciscan family worldwide and more.;Intended as a lifelong companion for all who embrace the Franciscan way of life, at any level, this is an informative and inspirational pocket reference guide to all aspects of Franciscan beliefs and practices. Compiled under the direction of the Franciscan Association of Great Britain, it includes contributions from Anglican and Catholic Franciscans throughout the world and includes a previously unpublished biography of St Francis by the late Bishop John Taylor of Winchester.
