A Condition of Complete Simplicity
A Condition of Complete Simplicity
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Summary
The dynamic witness of St Francis and St Clare is not restricted to their own time, but speaks to us today. Their experiences and teaching are explored in this book, and Rowan Williams believes they call us to a renewed love for God that should make our Christian lives a real force for change.
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A Condition of Complete Simplicity by Rowan Clare Williams
A Condition of Complete Simplicity offers a practical exploration of three essential keynotes of Franciscan spirituality - humility, love and joy - as they can be lived out in a world that is often characterised by violence, greed and religious conflict. This is our world, and it was also Francis' world - a furnace for forging the radical values of those who cast off possessions, status, security and everything that stood in their way of following Christ. Franciscan wisdom, with its emphasis on the upside-down values of the kingdom of God, has an urgent relevance for many of the problems we encounter today. Francis' turning away from his youthful ambitions inspires us to do battle with our false priorities and find our true vocation. His acknowledging of all creatures as his brothers and sisters challenges us to recognize the image of the Creator in every individual. His infectious love for all creation gives us cause for hope and rejoicing as we learn to find and reflect Christ's presence throughout his world.
Rowan Clare Williams is presently training for the ministry at Westcott House, Cambridge. Formerly a member of an Anglican Franciscan community, she specialised in youth work, running the youth camp at Hilfield Friary in Dorset every year. She frequently contributes to The Franciscan.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781853115387 |
| ISBN 10 | 185311538X |
| Title | A Condition of Complete Simplicity |
| Author | Rowan Clare Williams |
| Series | Rhythm Of Life |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Canterbury Press Norwich |
| Year published | 2012-05-03 |
| Number of pages | 194 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |