All human beings develop at different rates physically and mentally. Furthermore, there are some special characters that gain the ability to flourish in which they acquire a deeper understanding of life. This is usually as a result of one’s profound religious beliefs. Such as the disciples of Jesus Christ, they at some point of their life followed the teachings of Christ; subsequently, their beliefs allowed them to gain a deeper meaning of life. In this reading we will focus on the life of Francis, specifically on how he flourishes into Saint Frances. Saint Francis was an interesting character, which allows us to visualize how he matures from his self-indulging lifestyle into a humanitarian. In the early life of Saint Francis he really did not have much meaning to his life, and all his actions were for self-pleasure. Saint Francis born Giovanni Bernardone came from a wealthy Italian family. His father, Pietro, was a textile merchant that allowed a young Francis to indulge in whatever he pleased. It is not apparent that Pietro would get upset on the fact that Francis would spend large amounts of money. It could be because he truly wanted Francis to eventually take over the family business, so maybe he did not want to disillusion Francis. As young man, Francis would go out drinking with his friends and buy expensive clothing with his father’s money (CITE). At this point of his life, Francis did not really understand the meaning of money, as a result of having everything handed to him without any obligations. Francis even went to war so he can gain the glory and benefits that came along with being a soldier; however, he soon learns that this is not the way. Francis’ actions depict him to be egocentric; however, this way being is not... ... middle of paper ... ...ain we see how Saint Francis worked to bring all of God’s creation to live harmoniously with one another. As well these stories and the stigmata stories, they are all perceived as miracles and are still currently used to demonstrate people about living in peace. Even though, some people may have thought that Saint Francis was a little out of the range of normal; nonetheless, he was one of those special characters that learned to become in tuned with meaning of his life and in general the life of all of God’s creations. Saint Francis was able to give up all the commodities came from his wealthy family background to as life live simple as possible. The main goal of Saint Francis was to help guide all of God’s creations to live harmoniously with one another. This is one of the many things that we can take from Saint Francis in order to assist humanity to flourish.
... of saint because he had the strongest desire to do good for others. He exemplified great virtue and because of this a community was able to move forward.
During his life in Sudan, Francis was taken away from his family to become a slave. He lived with Giemma who was his master. Francis job was to take care of the herd. When he first tried to escape Francis took the animals deep into the forest, and started running but got caught by a man
Chapter one, ‘Beginnings at Assisi,’ offers a vivid description of the social, political, economic, cultural, demographic description of Assisi and its inhabitants. Here, the author describes the life of Francis and the situations and circumstances prompting his journey to spread the ideal gospel life to the world. This chapter is relevant in determining the circumstances that instigated a need for reforms in the Catholic Church. This chapter is applicable in my life because it offers insight on the fundamental Christian I can rely on in my daily life.
God’s gentle touch guided Mr. LeTourneau’s life, ranging from exacting correction to bountiful rewards, from a boy unreceptive to church into a faithful servant as a man. Kinship with his mother, brothers, and sisters, was relatively normal, without discord and tension. Common difference of opinions and conflicts with his father concerning work ethics and education culminated with R.G., as he would later be called, learning to serve is to love, defining a father’s affection. This life changing moment influenced him forever.
Around the world,, there are those who don’t have access to food, shelter or even clothes. Although most people wouldn't lift a finger to help the situation, the work of Caritas, Oasis and the Brotherhood of St. Laurence has a major impact on the lives of these people and although they may come from different denominations, they still work towards a common goal: helping all those in need. Their work reflects the teachings of the New Testament as well as the Catholic Social teachings, this essay will have a look at how they do that.
Francis always dreamed about riding through the town as a hero. His father wanted Francis to learn about being a silk merchant, but Francis wasn't interested. Later, the city he lived in, Assissi, got into a battle with a neighboring city of Perugia, and Francis fought in the battle. He bought fancy horses, swords, and clothes to impress others. He was captured and put in jail for 1 year, and during this time he came down with a severe illness.
Although Frassati was born into a wealthy family, his father did not waste his money on frivolous things. He was quite a frugal man, spending only on what was needed and not much on what was wanted. Frassati’s father gave him very little spending money, and what was given to him, Frassati usually used for the people in need, or donated it to Catholic foundations.
... of sainthood requires an excess of self-restraint that makes it impossible to attain the moral mean. The saint may tell himself that the denial of worldly pleasures will bring him true happiness, but in fact he is pursuing a kind of perverse pleasure in self-restraint. Saint Augustine is looking for happiness from beyond life; but happiness, as Aristotle says, comes from achieving the moral mean in life. If we aspire to the moral mean, we must consider moral martyrdom to be like any other excess. In this view, the denial of worldly pleasures is not a virtue; rather, it is a vice that leads us away from the balance that we seek in our lives.
In his youth, St. Boniface encountered many priests or clerics who traveled from town to town. Through these spiritual conversations, it became evident to St. Boniface that he wanted to pursue a life with God. Eventually, after continuos begging and his fathers fatal sickness, he was sent to the care of the Monastery of Examchester. (Appleton) It is here, that St. Boniface expressed to the Abbot at the time, that he wanted to live a monastic life. The father of the monastery, after council, granted him his wish. Here is where the saint began to prove his love for God, and could begin his journey of the Christian life. After exceeding all expectations and surpassing the knowledge of his teachers, he moved to a neighboring monastery, called Nursling, whereby he studied under the influence of Abbot Winbert.(St. Boniface Church) Here he gained vast knowledge of scriptures and the spiritual exposition of the Bible. Here, he gained such a reputation that men and women from far and wide traveled to study scriptures under his guidance. At the age of 30 he was humbly ordained a priest and yet another branch of his life was fulfilled.
Although Father Latour may possess few worldly desires, one may argue he wants what others can benefit from as well as pleasing himself. Along his journeys, Latour encounters various people, most associates of the Catholic Church like himself. It seems as each time Latour detects a sense of deceit in a person, he progresses in his own mission of morality. When one is trying so hard to embrace and follow the rules and restrictions of religion, as well as enjoy the worldly luxuries, a divided character is created within oneself. It is not until true and total devotion is committed to ones religion that material things become irrelevant and one can be at peace.
St. Francis of Assisi was born in Umbria in the year 1182. He was a child every father hoped for, he was filled with life, a determined and courageous individual. He was gifted with rather good looks, qualities that attracted friends and a gift of leadership. His father was an extremely wealthy merchant in Assisi. But this son, his favourite, was the one who broke Peter Bernardone’s heart. The boy turned on his father, and in a vicious event that eventually resulted into a public scene. St. Francis of Assisi stepped away from his father, his business and left his father in a state of immense emotional suffering.
Francis then lived a life of charity which included nursing lepers. His life influenced many people and some even decided to follow him. One of these people was St. Clare. These followers of his became known as Friars. Francis lived a life of helping others which he summed up with three vows for others to follow.
Francis was famous for his love of all creation. He called for simplicity of life, poverty, and humility before God. He worked to care for the poor. Thousands were drawn to his sincerity, piety, and joy. In all his actions, Francis sought to follow fully and literally the way of life demonstrated by Christ in the Gospels. He died in 1226, at the age of 44.
Saint Francis of Assisi was a uniquely spiritual man who gave up a life of wealth and position to lead a life of poverty in accordance and service to God. Embracing a life according to the Gospels, Francis went on to establish a Monastic Order, known as the Franciscans. In the midst of the political climate within the religious community of Italy, Francis emerged a champion for the poor and sick, with humility and no regard for himself. Francis exhibited his love for God through his love and admiration for all of God's creation including nature. The principles of Saint Francis are as relevant today as they were in thirteenth century Italy; service and love to all of God’s creation.
...th money from those who can barely afford bread. This Friar’s morals are much closer to vice than virtue; any doubts that he is a man of low morals are now completely swept away.