The Franciscan Saints
The Franciscan Saints by Robert Ellsberg, published by Franciscan Media in 2017, offers a fresh perspective on the lives of holy men and women throughout history. This 256-page book presents profiles of 101 spiritual figures, ranging from well-known saints like Francis and Clare to contemporary heroes such as Solanus Casey and Mychal Judge. Ellsberg’s writing invites readers to explore the concept of sanctity, making it accessible to a modern audience.
In this edition, readers will find essential biographical facts alongside Ellsberg’s insightful commentary, which highlights the diverse backgrounds and experiences of these spiritual trailblazers. The book emphasizes the potential for moral and spiritual growth in everyday life, featuring individuals from various walks of life, including obscure lay peasants and social reformers. Through these profiles, Ellsberg broadens the traditional vision of holiness, encouraging readers to recognize the signs of sanctity in the complexities of the real world.
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Reading Robert Ellsberg’s profiles of holy men and women is like throwing open a window in a stuffy old church and taking in great gulps of fresh air. Henri Nouwen has described his writing as “evocative without being pious.” He broadens the traditional vision of sanctity and calls modern readers of all stripes to claim their potential for moral and spiritual growth, courage and action. By choosing relevant models and contemporary heroes, he makes holiness accessible and attractive to ordinary people.
These 101 spiritual trailblazers span the centuries from Francis and Clare to Solanus Casey and Mychal Judge, with representatives from every walk of life and corner of the world.
Each entry features the essential biographical facts and adds the insight and depth only Ellsberg can provide. The author’s sharp eye for signs and stories of holiness in the gritty, messy real world informs his selections, making his work unique. Obscure lay peasants, married activists, and controversial social reformers take pride of place alongside better-known theologians, founders, and canonized saints.
The audio edition of this book can be downloaded via Audible.
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