PICK MORE DAISIESFr. Lester Bach, O.F.M., Cap
"Readers will find many insightful helps for daily living, which are intended to navigate one over and around many of the pitfalls, which have harmed and misled other Franciscans. This is a book for everyone in the local fraternity and a must have for the newly professed. It is a book for Ongoing Formation, which is easy to read and even easier to digest." (Francis Wicks, SFO - TAU-USA) (Order 007-283-025 Price $14.50)
TO SET THEMSELVES FREE...by Teresa Baker, SFO
To Set Themselves Free, by Teresa Baker, SFO, is a book that fills in many gaps of formation. ...The text offers ways to engage in a solid formation to Franciscan life. ...I would especially encourage all formators, whether for initial or ongoing formation, to read the "Guide for Formation Directors" at the beginning of the book.To Set Themselves Free is another fine resource for deepening our understanding of the Secular Franciscan way of life. - Lester Bach, O.F.M. Cap. 260 pages, 8 1/2 by 11, paper back, spiral bound. A NAFRA Publication. ( Order 633-7 Price $27.00)
An in depth spiritual journey of "going from gospel to life and life to the gospel". For all Franciscans to better understand their Franciscan calling. Well written and a joyful read - especially the personal reflections of Fr. Bach. You can almost visualize the twinkle of humor in his eyes and his gentle smile while waiting for you to catch and understand a complicated thought that he just made simple for you. Plus, he does all a favor by giving us a road map of "contemplative time" after each chapter. A powerful book to pass along as a gift - spreading the first hint of Franciscan joy! (Jim Hein,SFO)
In the Preface Fr. Bach writes; "Franciscan readers will find that this book focuses on a life founded on the Gospel. They can use it to support their efforts to be faithful to their Franciscan calling. For non-Franciscans it offers direction on how to live a gospel life and helps to understand Franciscan spirituality." Paperback, 116 pages. A NAFRA publication. (Order 007-310-028 Price $11.00)
ON GOING FORMATION
FRATERNITY ~ AND/OR ~ PERSONAL
CAPTURING THE SPIRIT OF FRANCIS & CLARE
By Fr. Lester Bach, O.F.M. Cap.
FROM THE POSTSCRIPT - In Conclusion: CAPTURING THE SPIRIT of Francis & Clare initiates a dialogue (sacred exchange) about our Franciscan life. It is a part of a continuing process. Putting ideas into practice is where "the rubber hits the road." as someone has said. If secular Franciscans practice what they explore in these pages, we will produce a harvest of faithful Franciscans who bring a special gift to people in the Church and beyond." An ongoing formation book for all Franciscans. 5½ x 8½ inches, 146 pages, plastic coil binding. Published by the National Fraternity, printed by Barbo Carlson.
(Order #304 Price $15.00)
LEADERS GUIDE FOR CAPTURING THE SPIRIT OF FRANCIS AND CLARE
By, Lee Ann Niebuhr, SFO, Don Ryder, SFO, Mary Fedor, SFO
Time and talk study guide. 88 pages, plastic coil binding. Published by the National Fraternity, printed by Barbo Carlson. (Order #306 Price $14.00)
CLARE OF ASSISI-THE LETTERS TO AGNES By Sr. Joan Mueller, OSF.
"In a time of growing disparity between rich and poor, Joan Mueller, O.S.F., has written an engaging and compelling account of the importance of poverty in the lives of early Franciscan women Clare of Assisi and Agnes of Prague." ...Elizabeth Dreyer - Professor, Department of Religious Studies, Fairfield University This book was specifically written for ease of use by formation groups, discussion groups, spirituality classes and personal use - with reflections and sharing questions for personal integration and group discussion. It is also a very powerful yet easy to read book for individuals. Highly recommended. Paperback, 114 pages. Published by Liturgical Press, Collegeville, Minnesota. (Order 168-2 Price $18.95 )
CARE FOR CREATION[a Franciscan spirituality of the earth]...by Ilia Delio, O.S.F., Keith Douglass Warner, O.F.M. and Pamela Wood
"The authors combine good science with solid theology and practical applications, displaying the genius of the Franciscan tradition in lively dialogue with today's environmental crisis...a profound theology from our medieval Catholic heritage that can help put our Sister Mother Earth at the forefront of religious concern in the twenty-first century. An excellent tool for parishes, schools (SFO Fraternities and individuals) concerned about expressing Christian faith through a right relationship with God's creation." --Brother William J. Short, O.F.M. (Order B16833 Price 18.95)
FRANCISCAN SPIRITUALITYFr. John Sullivan, OFM
Each ECONOMY PACK contains five books of FRANCISCAN SPIRITUALITY. Keeping our Focus on Francis - 24 lessons, 4 segments of 6 lessons. Ideally suited for ongoing formation classes as well as for personal use. Each book has 78 pages printed on both sides, 8-1/2 by 11. Three hole punched without binder. Inexpensive binders available at stores in your area. You may download similar contents free at www.thefriars.org.
(Order SUL#18 Price $12.00)
INSTRUMENTS OF CHRISTREFLECTIONS ON THE PEACE PRAYER OF SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI...by Fr. Albert Haase, O.F.M.
"What is it about this prayer that casts such a magical spell upon us? Why do princess and pauper, bishop and bellhop, saint and sinner turn to it in emotionally charged moments of life? ...The book consists of twelve chapters, each reflecting upon a phrase of the prayer. ..Each chapter, with the exception of the final one, concludes with four reflection and discussion questions. ...I wrote INSTRUMENTS OF CHRIST: REFLECTIONS ON THE PEACE PRAYER OF SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI for ordinary Christians like myself, who pray the Peace Prayer but do not always have the time to reflect upon its challenges and implications." Excerpts from the the Introduction. The "reflection and discussion questions" presented in this wonderful little book make it ideal for personal use or a possible "On Going Formation" program within a small group or Fraternity. Published by St. Anthony Press, paperback, 81 pages. (Order B572-3 Price$7.95)
ECONOMY PACKRULE, CONSTITUTIONS, STATUTES, YOUTH/YOUNG ADULTS STATUTES, SPIRITUAL ASSISTANTS STATUTES.
Each ECONOMY PACK contains five books (Last update, April of 2007, National Statutes.) - each book contains the Rule, General Constitutions, National Statutes, National Statutes for Youth and Young Adults, National Statutes for Spiritual Assistants to the SFO. Each book has 94 pages printed on both sides, 8-1/2 by 11. Three hole punched without binder. (inexpensive binders available at stores in your area) Ideally suited for formation classes and a reference resource for personal use. Similar contents may be downloaded at the NAFRA website. Printed by Franciscan Resources. (Order 007-185-025B, price $15.00)
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ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS OF THE SECULAR FRANCISCAN ORDER
Upgraded version, by Mulqueen and Sanborn. 5½ x 8½ inches, 7 categories, coil binding, with map, total 288 pages. Published by the National Fraternity, printed by Barbo-Carlson. The Rule of the Secular Franciscan Order - General Constitutions of the Secular Franciscan Order 2000 - Statutes of the National Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order in the United States of America (Includes Composition of Regions, Statement of Purposes, Internal Controls and Treasury Guidelines.) Statutes of the International Fraternity of the Secular Franciscan Order - Statutes for Spiritual and Pastoral Assistance to the Secular Franciscan Order.
(Order #302, Price $15.00)
FRANCIS OF ASSISI - LIVING FORTITUDEby Boniface Hanley, OFM~A SUGGESTED ON-GOING FORMATION BOOK FOR YOUTH-YOUNG ADULTS , FRATERNITY OR PERSONAL USE~
VIRTUE - A virtue is a good habit that helps us to live the Christian life. FORTITUDE - Fortitude is the virtue that enables us to conquer our fears, even the fear of death, and to face trials and persecutions. Contents of this book are: St. Francis of Assisi, Introduction to Brother Francis, the life of Francis, pray with Francis, living Fortitude. It concludes with 25 'serious' project ideas based on "Living Fortitude" ... they are applicable for teens or fraternity. "... project ideas suggest some radical ideas for Christian discipleship in the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi's acceptance of Jesus' call to take up his cross and follow. Many of the ideas may only whet your appetitie for what can be possible in your life in the future. Others you can enact now." Published by Ave Maria Press, paperback, 61 pages. (Order 060-0 Price $5.50)
CRUCIFIED LOVEA FRANCISCAN PERSPECTIVEBonaventure's Mysticism of the Crucified Christ...by Ilia Delio, O.S.F.
STUDIES IN FRANCISCANISM. Highly recommended. "The author studies various aspects of Bonaventure's mystical world view, leading to an understanding of the relevance to contemporary issues such as individualism and relatedness, peace and violence, and the problems of the created world's relationship to the person who seeks to love God in all and above all." - from the forward of the book "An act of love is why Jesus came, not a response due to sin." -from a review by Kevin, SFO - ." From the Introduction: "Francis was a true lover of Christ, according to Bonaventure, because he was perfectly conformed to the Crucified Christ both in spirit ad in flesh. The stigmatized Francis signifies to Bonaventure that if one desires happiness and peace, one must contemplate God and strive for mystical union through conformity to Christ Crucified, the Word of God. ... Since Christ is the true image in whom we are created, he is our model of what it means to be authentically human." Paper, 268 pages, Franciscan Press. (Order FP90988 Price $15.95 )
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