Francis of Assisi's Sermon on the Mount: Lessons from the Admonitions, Paperback/John Michael Talbot

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Talbot applies the timeless words of St. Francis to our troubled times. In the United States and across the world, we are experiencing polarization, anger, and violence. But God is still in control, and it is important to dig deep into our Christian heritage in a way that speaks to all people. St. Francis is one of the great saints who somehow reaches across all divides, touches hearts and souls, and brings spiritual peace. Talbot explores Francis's Admonitions twenty-eight teachings that are among the most beautiful and troubling of the saint's writings. Covering sacramental theology of the Eucharist, to communal issues of consecrated life, to very private aspects of faith and devotion, these Admonitions provide clear and radical road signs to the destination on our spiritual journey in Christ. About the Author: John Michael Talbot is a multi-platinum selling, Grammy and Dove award-winning Contemporary Christian Music pioneer. He is recognized as one of Catholic music's most popular artists with compositions published in hymnals throughout the world. A bestselling author, John Michael has written twenty-nine books. He was host and creator of the popular TV series "All Things Are Possible with God." He lives and leads the monastic life, which overflows into his very active ministry from Little Portion Hermitage in Arkansas and St. Clare Monastery in Texas, where he is the Founder and General Minister of the Brothers and Sisters of Charity.