Podcasts about Sister Moon

Octobre 1987, Sting publie ce qui est déjà son troisième album solo en deux ans et une fois de plus, il s'agit d'un disque radicalement différent. Si le fait d'avoir l'année précédente perdu sa mère mais aussi participé à la tournée d'Amnesty International a assombri sa vision du monde, c'est surtout son séjour à New York qui est à l'origine de cette nouvelle métamorphose qui le place désormais très loin de ce qu'il faisait avec The Police. Un séjour que l'artiste a voulu en mode terre brûlée. Il loue un appartement simplement meublé, juste un lit et un piano, avec le téléphone débranché, il ne veut aucune distraction qui puisse nuire à une inspiration nouvelle. Pas de femmes, ni enfants, ni maîtresse, dit-il en plaisantant. OK, j'irai parfois en boîte, pour me bourrer la gueule, c'est lui qui le dit, hein. Mais la cause est entendue, l'objectif clair : une vie monacale, exclusivement consacrée à la composition et l'écriture. Sting veut ouvrir de nouveaux horizons pour sa musique. C'est vrai, en 1985, lorsqu'il a sorti son premier album solo, un énorme succès, il a trop entendu, trop lu, que c'était la suite logique de Synchronicity, le dernier album de Police.Alors, pourquoi New York ? Sans doute a-t-il été justement inspiré par ce qu'a déclaré Robert de Niro : « Je vais à Paris, je vais à Londres, je vais à Rome, et je dis toujours : « il n'y a pas d'autre endroit comme New York ». C'est la ville la plus excitante au monde aujourd'hui. C'est comme ça. C'est tout. ». Et donc chaque matin, Sting se lève, prépare lui-même sa bouffe, se rend à la salle de sport, ah oui, les années 80, c'est le grand boom du culturisme avec Schwarzie et Stallone. Il prend même des cours de piano, car ne plus composer à la guitare va l'aider à tout changer. Et dès midi, il bosse jusqu'à pas d'heure. Et puis quand au milieu de la nuit, il sent la solitude le gagner, et bien il sort. New York, la nuit. Et sa faune. Ainsi quand un gars l'arrête et lui demande Quelle est la beauté de la lune ?, au lieu de passer son chemin, Sting s'arrête et lui répond avec une citation de Shakespeare : My mistress' eyes are nothing like the sun, le regard de ma maîtresse est un rayon de soleil. Et il repart avec ce qui va devenir la chanson Sister Moon, et en même temps, le titre du nouvel album.Étonnant que, Sting trouve l'inspiration d'une chanson grâce à un type bourré dans la rue, comme les Clash, sept ans plus tôt, pour une chanson de leur célèbre album Sandinista. C'est vrai qu'à Manhattan, il y a toujours quelqu'un pour vous adresser la parole dans la rue. Les Américains doivent tenir ça des Britanniques, c'est logique que les gens se parlent, mais enfin, à Londres, on dort plus la nuit qu'on ne vit, aime dire Sting. Et puis, au fil de ses promenades nocturnes, il rencontre aussi une grande figure de la contre-culture britannique, l'écrivain Quentin Crisp, qui est venu chercher dans cette ville un regard plus bienveillant, à tout le moins tolérant, vis-à-vis de son homosexualité. Mais voilà, l'accent et l'attitude font que même à New York, un Anglais reste un étranger, voire, un extraterrestre.

Title:  Autobiography Chapter 23, Part 4: Dear Guruji, you inspire me because...  Description: This episode covers on the last part of chapter 23 from:  " The second instruction on the sheet read...”  to the end of the chapter. Summary: As Mukunda answers the easiest of exam questions (how his Guru inspired him), we share how we would answer that critical question on guru-disciple relationships. Some things would be quite universal, such as experiences of transformation and gratitude for spiritual guidance, but what would you write? We also discussed educational perspectives and the impact of caring teachers, examining the importance of empathy and continuity in student-teacher relationships. The discussion covered various spiritual concepts including yoga, enlightenment, and the teachings of saints and enlightened rulers, while also touching on academic achievements and their relationship to spiritual growth. 0:00 Prior Episode; 1:37 Ode to your guru; 14:33 Romesh and father; 28:23 Brother Sun, Sister Moon; 33:10 Footnote; 56:18 Reflections on the chapter. Links discussed in the episode:  https://www.rudrameditation.com/sutra-3-23-patanjalis-yoga-sutras/ https://www.literaryboston.com/history/divinity-school-address https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashtavakra https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janaka Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes of the start of chapter 24 to:  "...such as: “This atma is Brahma” or “Thou art That” or “I am He.”. #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS  

This episode covers the next part of chapter 23 from:  " Thinking over the examination in English literature, I realized...”  to “...I could not have passed the Bengali examination.” Summary: As Mukunda expounds spiritual and educational themes, we share our own exam experiences, readings about divine intervention, and the importance of following intuition and guidance from gurus. Mukunda and Romesh demonstrated trust in divine will and inner guidance during challenging situations, while also emphasising the role of human effort in decision-making processes. Ben from Normandy makes a brief special guest appearance. 0:00 Prior Episode; 1:54 Cheer Up; 12:53 The Divine Altar; 27:51 The Hunch; 38:12 Thanksgiving; 55:20 Looking Ahead. Links discussed in the episode:  https://yssofindia.org/spiritual/intuition https://yogananda.org/blog/solving-your-problems-with-guidance-from-within-by-sri-daya-mata https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ishwar_Chandra_Vidyasagar https://yogananda.org/blog/paramahansa-yogananda-on-practicing-gratitude-and-thanksgiving Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the last part of chapter 23 from:  " The second instruction on the sheet read...”  to the end of the chapter.   #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS 

In this episode, we share a gift bag of movies and books that have inspired us over the years and talk about how they can be powerful tools for inspiration and spiritual growth when approached with an open, receptive mindset. Don't forget to subscribe for more ingenious ways to tap into the ever-present stillness and joy of our true nature. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Movies: Brother Sun, Sister Moon - directed by Franco Zeffirelli Resurrection (with Ellen Burstyn) - directed by Daniel Petrie Peaceful Warrior - directed by Victor Salva Harold and Maude - directed by Hal Ashby The Razor's Edge (Bill Murray version) - directed and co-written by John Byrum Waking Life - written and directed by Richard Linklater Books: The Zen Teachings of Huang Po - by John Blofeld (Translator) True Meditation: Discover the Freedom of Pure Awareness - by Adyashanti A Search in Secret India - by Paul Brunton The Razor's Edge - by W. Somerset Maugham Being Aware of Being Aware - by Rupert Spira The Zen of Oz: Ten Spiritual Lessons from Over the Rainbow - by Joey Green In addition, don't forget these books: Awareness Adventures - by Brian Tom O'Connor The Enlightenment Project - by Jonathan Robinson NEWS: Awareness Explorers has made the following top listener charts on Goodpods:  #3 in the Top 100 awakening All time chart  #5 in the Top 100 joy All time chart  #5 in the Top 100 awareness All time chart  #6 in the Top 100 consciousness All time chart  #38 in the Top 100 meditation All time chart To learn more about Awareness Explorers, and to listen to all of our podcast episodes, please visit:  https://www.awarenessexplorers.com/ If you want to listen to the meditations alone, you can find all of our meditations excerpted either in this playlist:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLThffcko0gAVvivvVVGNfQgJxbWB6dF6Z Or on our Awareness Explorers website:  https://www.awarenessexplorers.com/meditations To Support Awareness Explorers, please consider clicking the "Donate" button on any AwarenessExplorers.com page, or becoming a Patreon supporter:  https://www.patreon.com/awarenessexplorers NOTE: If you are a Patreon supporter and have not been receiving our bonus material, please check to make sure that the email address you have on Patreon is an active one. CORRECTION: The Bill Murray version of The Razor's Edge does indeed take place during the early twentieth century, just as in the novel. To learn more about Jonathan Robinson and Brian Tom O'Connor, please visit https://findinghappiness.com/ and https://www.playawarenessgames.com/ You can listen to all of our episodes on this YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLThffcko0gAXyaArC4OyY0y84CZ8uSb_n Enjoy, Jonathan and Brian  

Canticle of Brother Sun and Sister Moon of St. Francis of Assisi Most High, all-powerful, all-good Lord,
All praise is Yours, all glory, all honour and all blessings.
To you alone, Most High, do they belong,
and no mortal lips are worthy to pronounce Your Name. The post Canticle of Brother Sun and Sister Moon of St. Francis of Assisi – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 22:01:00 +0000 https://einfach-beten.podigee.io/385-neue-episode cff102c0ed94bf5d0f01bf44fb0f0262 Unterstützung Wenn Ihnen "einfach beten!" gefällt, freuen wir uns über Ihre Unterstützung auf Donorbox oder Twint. Mit Ihrer Spende ermöglichen Sie es uns, unsere Arbeit und das kostenlose Angebote fortzusetzen, um Menschen eine alltägliche Gebetshilfe zugänglich zu machen. Herzlichen Dank für Ihre Hilfe! Lesung Lk 10, 13-16 Einheitsübersetzung der Heiligen Schrift © 2016 Katholische Bibelanstalt GmbH, Stuttgart Musik Brother Sun & Sister Moon, gesungen von Josma Rodrigues (Cover von: Sonnengesang, Hl. Franz von Assisi) Akustik-Gitarre, Passo-a-Rezar © full no Jesuiten in Zentraleuropa

TJ shares stories of growing up around Wooly-Boogers – another name for bigfoot in the American south. She also tells of escaping from a serial killer, ghosts, and more. If you would like to help us continue to make Strange Familiars, get bonus content, t-shirts, stickers, and more rewards, you can become a patron: http://www.patreon.com/StrangeFamiliars If you would prefer a one-time payment to help us out, here is a PayPal.me link - you can change the number 25 in the URL to any amount: https://www.paypal.me/timothyrenner/25Strange Familiars merch: https://www.strangefamiliars.com/merchOur Strange Familiars / Lost Grave etsy shop has art, books, patches, t-shirts, and more ... including original art done for Strange Familiars: https://lostgrave.etsy.comFollow us on Whatnot: https://whatnot.com/invite/strangefamiliarsEpisode 484 notes and links:Strange Familiars is sponsored by BetterHelp. Check out BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/STRANGEPODCheck out Bandai Namco: unknown9.com/strangeVote for Chadwick as the Face of Horror: https://faceofhorror.org/2024/chadwick-galesEpisode artwork by Timothy:The original art can be purchased at our etsy shop: https://lostgrave.etsy.com/listing/1793103691Please support Kiya.Life and their work at Pine Ridge.KIYA.LIFE: https://kiya.lifeLancaster Conservancy: https://www.lancasterconservancy.orgProtect Cuff's Run: https://www.lancasterconservancy.org/protect-cuffs-run/Riverbend Comics: https://www.riverbendcomics.comRiverbend Comics Instagram: @riverbendcomicsTimothy's books: https://www.amazon.com/Timothy-Renner/e/B072X44SD5Chad's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNB7MSJ2F1SRBPcQsEFLnvg (make sure to subscribe to Chad's channel, Ruck Rabbit Outdoors.)Chad's etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RuckRabbitOutdoorsTo help with the Capuchin Day Center's work with the homeless you can donate here: https://www.capuchindaycentre.ieand here: https://www.cskdetroit.orgMaynard's GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/maynard-walk-againContact us via email at: strangefamiliarspodcast@gmail.comhttp://www.facebook.com/strangefamiliarsJoin the Strange Familiars Gathering group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strangefamiliars/instagram: @strangefamiliarshttp://www.strangefamiliars.comIntro and background music by Stone Breath. You can find more at http://stonebreath.bandcamp.comThe closing song is Brother Blood, Sister Moon by Timothy from Live Alone 1: https://stonebreath.bandcamp.com/album/live-alone-1Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/STRANGEPODSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/strange-familiars/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 22:00:00 +0000 https://einfach-beten.podigee.io/413-neue-episode ebc61b0bb9440986c3533c7d350ece60 Aus zu aus einer Ansprache des Papstes Anlässlich des Weltgebetstag für die Bewahrung der Schöpfung am 1. September 2022 formulierte Papst Franziskus folgende Botschaft: “Wenn wir lernen, auf sie zu hören, bemerken wir eine Art Dissonanz in der Stimme der Schöpfung. Auf der einen Seite ist es ein süßes Lied, das unseren geliebten Schöpfer preist, auf der anderen Seite ist es ein bitterer Aufschrei, der unsere menschliche Misshandlung beklagt. Der süße Gesang der Schöpfung lädt uns ein, eine »ökologische Spiritualität« zu praktizieren, die auf die Anwesenheit Gottes in der Natur achtet. Es ist eine Einladung, unsere Spiritualität auf das »liebevolle Bewusstsein [zu gründen], nicht von den anderen Geschöpfen getrennt zu sein, sondern mit den anderen Wesen des Universums eine wertvolle allumfassende Gemeinschaft zu bilden«. Singen wir gemeinsam mit dem Psalmisten: »Alles, was atmet, lobe den Herrn!« ( Ps 150,6). Leider wird dieses süße Lied von einem bitteren Aufschrei begleitet. Oder besser gesagt, durch einen Chor von bitteren Schreien. Zunächst ist es Schwester, Mutter Erde, die schreit. Unseren Konsumexzessen ausgeliefert, stöhnt sie und fleht uns an, unseren Missbrauch und ihre Zerstörung zu beenden. Dann sind es die verschiedenen Geschöpfe, die aufschreien. Ausgeliefert an einen »despotischen Anthropozentrismus«, diametral entgegengesetzt zur Zentralität Christi im Schöpfungswerk, sterben unzählige Arten aus und hören für immer auf, Gott zu preisen. Aber es sind auch die Ärmsten unter uns, die aufschreien. Die Armen, die der Klimakrise ausgesetzt sind, leiden am stärksten unter den Auswirkungen von Dürren, Überschwemmungen, Wirbelstürmen und Hitzewellen, die immer intensiver und häufiger werden. Und weiterhin schreien unsere Brüder und Schwestern der indigenen Völker auf. Wegen räuberischer Wirtschaftsinteressen werden ihre angestammten Gebiete von allen Seiten angegriffen und verwüstet, und sie stimmen »eine himmelschreiende Klage« an. Schließlich schreien unsere Kinder auf. Bedroht durch kurzsichtigen Egoismus, fordern die Jugendlichen uns Erwachsene angsterfüllt auf, alles zu tun, um den Zusammenbruch der Ökosysteme unseres Planeten zu verhindern oder zumindest zu begrenzen. Wenn wir diese bitteren Aufschreie hören, müssen wir Buße tun und schädliche Lebensweisen und Systeme ändern. Der Aufruf des Evangeliums »Kehrt um! Denn das Himmelreich ist nahe« (Mt 3,2), der zu einer neuen Beziehung zu Gott einlädt, bringt auch eine veränderte Beziehung zu den anderen und zur Schöpfung mit sich. Der Zustand der Zerstörung unseres gemeinsamen Hauses verdient die gleiche Aufmerksamkeit wie andere globale Herausforderungen wie schwere Gesundheitskrisen und kriegerische Konflikte. »Die Berufung, Beschützer des Werkes Gottes zu sein, praktisch umzusetzen gehört wesentlich zu einem tugendhaften Leben; sie ist nicht etwas Fakultatives, noch ein sekundärer Aspekt der christlichen Erfahrung« Als gläubige Menschen fühlen wir uns noch mehr verpflichtet, in unserem täglichen Verhalten dieser Aufforderung zur Umkehr nachzukommen. Aber sie ist nicht nur individuell: »Die ökologische Umkehr, die gefordert ist, um eine Dynamik nachhaltiger Veränderung zu schaffen, ist auch eine gemeinschaftliche Umkehr«. Erinnern wir uns an die Aufforderung des heiligen Paulus, uns mit denen zu freuen, die sich freuen, und mit denen zu weinen, die weinen (vgl. Röm 12,15), und weinen wir mit dem bitteren Aufschrei der Schöpfung, hören wir ihn an und antworten wir mit Taten, damit wir und künftige Generationen uns weiterhin mit dem süßen Lied der Geschöpfe vom Leben und von der Hoffnung freuen können.” Einige Fragen zu den Haltungen im Alltag Dem Papst liegt die Sorge um das gemeinsame Haus am Herzen. Er ruft uns auf, den Schrei der Umwelt, den Schrei der Armen und den Schrei der zukünftigen Generation zu hören. Bin ich sensibel für die Stimmen der Leidenden? Lasse ich mich davon berühren und zu Mitgefühl animieren? Wie kann ich selbst mich ganz persönlich einsetzen für die Schöpfung und die Armen? In welchem Bereich bin ich zu Umkehr gerufen? Wo kann ich mit anderen zusammen einen Unterschied machen? Wiederholung des Anliegens und Raum für persönliche Verbindung Wir beten, dass jeder von uns den Schrei der Erde und der Opfer von Umweltkatastrophen und Klimawandel mit dem Herzen hört und sich persönlich verpflichtet, für die Welt, in der wir leben, zu sorgen. Ich lasse vor meinem inneren Auge Bilder wach werden, die Umweltkatastrophen zeigen und nehmen die Menschen wahr, die leiden, ebenso die Umwelt. Kenne ich persönlich Menschen, die von den Folgen des Klimawandels oder von Umweltkatastrophen betroffen sind oder sich dafür engagieren, diesen Menschen zu helfen und die gefährliche Entwicklung zu bremsen und zu verändern? Ich lasse die Namen und Gesichter dieser Menschen vor meinem inneren Auge lebendig werden und vertraue sie und ihr Leben Gott an. Um auch im Alltag in der Verbindung zu Gott zu bleiben und das Gebetsanliegen des Papstes wachzuhalten, kann mir die App *Click To Pray *eine Hilfe sein. Zum Abschluss meines Gebetes bete ich das Gebet des Monats. Gebet des Monats Gütiger Vater, der Schrei der Erde berührt das Herz deines Sohnes Jesus, der uns zuruft: "Barmherzigkeit will ich, nicht Opfer." Unser gemeinsames Haus fordert von uns eine mutige und radikale Änderung unserer Lebensweise. Wir brauchen Mut und heiligen Zorn, um uns für einen kulturellen Wandel zu engagieren, der auf den Schrei der Erde und der Armen reagiert. Wir brauchen das Feuer deines Heiligen Geistes, das in unseren Herzen brennt, um uns zu besinnen und zu danken, um offen zu sein und Verantwortung zu übernehmen, damit wir alle eins in dir sein können. Mögen unsere Gesten der Liebe und Fürsorge für alle und alles, zu Dir aufsteigen als ein universelles Gebet der Anbetung, der Danksagung und der Vergebung. Hilf uns, dass unser tägliches Leben einen maßvollen und bescheidenen Lebensstil widerspiegelt, der unsere übermäßige Gier gegenüber der Welt und den anderen mildert. Hilf uns, dass wir uns diesen Hilferuf zu eigen machen und ihn mit unseren Entscheidungen in eine liebende und tröstende Melodie verwandeln. Amen. Musik: Josma Rodrigues, Brother Sun and Sister Moon. Mit freundlicher Genehmigung der Künstlerin. Meditative Panflöte, Envato Music ©. Akustik-Gitaree, Passo-a-Rezar. Mit freundlicher Genehmigung der Künstler. full no Jesuiten in Zentraleuropa

This week on Jesuitical, Zac and Ashley are joined by Andrea Von Kampen, a singer-songwriter and friend of the show. Hailing from Lincoln, Neb., Andrea discusses her new album, “Sister Moon.” (For those keeping track at home, yes, that is a St. Francis of Assisi reference.) Recorded at Union Pool in Brooklyn, N.Y., they share a wide-ranging conversation touching on spirituality, live music, the environment and more. They discuss: The spiritual and environmental influences on “Sister Moon” How Andrea writes about important issues without being preachy The joys and challenges of touring as a singer-songwriter, especially post-Covid In Signs of the Times, Zac and Ashley cover the ins and outs of the recent synod meeting of parish priests at the Vatican. They also discuss a “home blessing challenge” in Cincinnati, then close out by talking about the Catholics who recently received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from a fellow Catholic, President Joe Biden. Links from the Show Sister Moon Andrea Von Kampen's website Parish priests had a synod meeting with the Vatican. But will they be included in October's assembly? Cincinnati priests compete to meet parishioners in home blessing challenge Jesuit Father Gregory Boyle and Nancy Pelosi to be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom Francesco: A Pope Francis Documentary What's on tap? Nine Pin Hard Cider Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin James - "It Was the 90's!"  https://www.tiktok.com/@kevinjamesthornton/video/7226790780046806314?lang=enRecommended (REQUIRED?) Viewing:Jesus Christ Superstar:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1bAgWsEORcBrother Sun, Sister Moon:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFgXxoEepnQGodspell:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4xLOrpNbHMJesus People USA (JPUSA) general info:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jesus_People_USA"No Place To Call Home" - Documentary about the abuses at JPUSA:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0V4G00Gl51chttps://www.instagram.com/feetofclay.cultsistershttps://feetofclayconfessionsofthecultsisters.buzzsprout.comWe love acronyms -- and we aren't afraid to use them! Here are some common ones that we might forget to explain:LDM - Last Days Ministries (organization) ICT - Intensive Christian Training School (at LDM)YWAM - Youth With A Mission (organization) CCM - Contemporary Christian Music

Season 1 Episodes we reference:"Was Keith Green A Cult Leader?"  https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/12748626"Keith Green Arranged My Teenage Marriage" https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/12748728"A New Dawn - Keith Green's Foster Daughter Finds Her Voice"Part 1:    https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/12962275Part 2:    https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/12962632"Keith Green Acres - Our Crazy Cult Commune 'Last Days Ministries'"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/13460453"A 'Brother' From Keith Green's Last Days Ministries Cult: Paul"Part 1:   https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/13696464Part 2:   https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/13703698"The Plane Crash that Killed Keith Green"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/13186307Check out these 70's movies that impacted our generation!!!!Godspell:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4xLOrpNbHMJesus Christ Superstar:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1bAgWsEORc(SHARON SAYS JCSS IS A MUST WATCH!!!!!)Brother Sun, Sister Moon:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFgXxoEepnQ"Via Doloros" sung by Sandi Patti:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VYbJINxRz6o"The Green Pastures" 1936 Movie (the scene Sharon mentions is around minute 53)  https://vimeo.com/519820208Cool stuff from Karen Rohlf:"Love It Or Change It"  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AE-SHIUpFBU Amazing online equestrian education:  https://dressagenaturally.net/Why You Should NOT Trust Us:"Tracey & Sharon FLUNK an 80's Trivia Challenge"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2078827/13546192But Tracey DID get this one right:  Justin Timberlake was in NSYNC, and they did the song Bye Bye Bye  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo-KmOd3i7s https://www.instagram.com/feetofclay.cultsistershttps://feetofclayconfessionsofthecultsisters.buzzsprout.comWe love acronyms -- and we aren't afraid to use them! Here are some common ones that we might forget to explain:LDM - Last Days Ministries (organization) ICT - Intensive Christian Training School (at LDM)YWAM - Youth With A Mission (organization) CCM - Contemporary Christian Music

As we reflect on the joy of Easter, Greg and Cory recall one of the most profound and revolutionary works of Catholic literature, St. Francis of Assisi's "Canticle of the Creatures. Support this ministry so more people can consider Catholicism! Website: https://www.consideringcatholicism.com/ Email: consideringcatholicism@gmail.com

We are back with a bang for 2024! I am so honoured to welcome Andrea von Kampen to the podcast this week. Andrea is an American musician who has been likened to Nick Drake by The New York Times. She has worked with some of the finest folk musicians working today, including The Tallest Man on Earth, Punch Brothers, Anais Mitchell's band Bonny Light Horsemen, Lief Vollebekk and many others. After releasing a handful of EP's she released her debut 'Old Country' in 2019, following it up in 2021 with the album 'That Spell'. Her new album 'Sister Moon' will be released in March 2024. She also starred in and scored the film 'A Chance Encounter', available now on Amazon Prime. It was such a pleasure to talk with Andrea and you can find links to her social media and website below: andreavonkampen.com Instagram: @andreavonkampen Twitter/X: @avonkampen Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6ps9u0MZquDDBReh8XuBeY?si=DIpmTF48TNO7XYeX03QnzA If you enjoy this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon. For your membership you will get early access, bonus episodes, ad-free listening and much much more. patreon.com/user?u=30855788 You can also support us with a one time contribution at Buy Me a Coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/starvingart For video episodes, follow our shenanigans on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@StarvingArtistsPodcast

After a turbulent weather event, you become humbly aware of the power of Nature. Even though many of us don't recognize it on a daily basis, we're connected to Nature on a spiritual level. St. Francis understood this in his Canticle of Brother Sun and Sister Moon. Hear the words of this 13th century monk, who understood the importance of honoring nature well before we uttered the words, “climate change.”

今夜のゲストは、クリスマス会でベースを担当してくれる、BORTHER SUN SISTER MOONのあゆさん。MICOがずっとファンだったことからオファーして叶った共演。/ 水瓶座で水餃子がすきなあゆさんは水属性？/ 音楽をはじめたきっかけについて / 歌うのがずっとすきだった / 翻訳の仕事はできないことをやろうとする不思議な仕事 などなど、ひとつのインタビュー内容をきっかけに、深いお話に潜り込む、不思議な対話となりました。

CONFERENCE TALK 1 Luisa Piccarreta Center for the Divine WillLuisa Piccarreta Official Websitehttps://en.luisapiccarretaofficial.org/Buddy Comfort - vocals and guitar from the album, "Brother Sun, Sister Moon", http://www.buddycomfort.com, words and music by Donovan Leitch.Support the show

First, Adam and Serfiel from Conspirinormal podcast and the Strange Realities conference stop by to talk about this year's conference and some other new projects. Next, Jay tells stories of nighttime invaders – things holding him down, a statue-like grey alien, an odd dancing shape, and more. If you would like to help us continue to make Strange Familiars, get bonus content, t-shirts, stickers, and more rewards, you can become a patron: http://www.patreon.com/StrangeFamiliarsIf you would prefer a one-time payment to help us out, here is a PayPal.me link - you can change the number 25 in the URL to any amount: https://www.paypal.me/timothyrenner/25Strange Familiars merch: https://www.strangefamiliars.com/merchOur Strange Familiars / Lost Grave etsy shop has art, books, patches, t-shirts, and more ... including original art done for Strange Familiars: https://lostgrave.etsy.comEpisode 426 notes and links:Conspirinormal: http://conspirinormal.comStrange Realities: https://www.strangerealitiesconference.comNevaeh's Nightmare: https://www.youtube.com/@nevaehsnightmare1530Jay's email: FrostJon361@gmail.comRiverbend Comics: https://www.riverbendcomics.comRiverbend Comics Instagram: @riverbendcomicsTimothy's books: https://www.amazon.com/Timothy-Renner/e/B072X44SD5Chad's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNB7MSJ2F1SRBPcQsEFLnvg (make sure to subscribe to Chad's channel, Ruck Rabbit Outdoors.)Chad's etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RuckRabbitOutdoorsTo help with the Capuchin Day Center's work with the homeless you can donate here: https://www.capuchindaycentre.ieand here: https://www.cskdetroit.orgMaynard's GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/maynard-walk-againContact us via email at: strangefamiliarspodcast@gmail.comhttp://www.facebook.com/strangefamiliarsJoin the Strange Familiars Gathering group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strangefamiliars/instagram: @strangefamiliarshttp://www.strangefamiliars.comIntro and background music by Stone Breath. You can find more at http://stonebreath.bandcamp.comThe closing song is Brother Blood, Sister Moon by Stone Breath, from the album, Children of Hum: https://stonebreath.bandcamp.com/album/children-of-humSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/strange-familiars/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Keith, a real estate agent from California, tells some stories about dealing with some strange haunted properties, some clients who were followed by spirits, and more. If you would like to help us continue to make Strange Familiars, get bonus content, t-shirts, stickers, and more rewards, you can become a patron: http://www.patreon.com/StrangeFamiliarsIf you would prefer a one-time payment to help us out, here is a PayPal.me link - you can change the number 25 in the URL to any amount: https://www.paypal.me/timothyrenner/25Our Strange Familiars / Lost Grave etsy shop has art, books, patches, t-shirts, and more ... including original art done for Strange Familiars: https://www.etsy.com/shop/lostgraveStrange Familiars ‘Awoken Tree' shirts, now available in glow-in-the-dark! https://www.etsy.com/listing/1300641744/strange-familiars-podcast-glow-in-theEpisode 416 notes and links:Strange Familiars bandanas are available now at etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1548265187/strange-familiars-podcast-bandanaStrange Familiars Curiosity of the Week #96: Original pen and ink drawing by John AyresYou can purchase this drawing in our etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1556284575/original-pen-and-ink-drawing-vintageChad, Timothy, and Alison have a new antique stand at Black Rose, Hanover: https://www.blackroseantiques.comTimothy's new art book, Elzick's Farewell, the new Stone Breath CD Greys and Orphans, and the Entity Drift CD are available now on etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/LostGraveYou can also find them on bandcamp: https://stonebreath.bandcamp.com/album/greys-and-orphansRiverbend Comics: https://www.riverbendcomics.comDepartment of Truth #15 variant with Timothy's artwork on sale at Riverbend: https://www.riverbendcomics.com/products/dot15?_pos=3&_sid=220198f8e&_ss=rRiverbend Comics Instagram: @riverbendcomicsTimothy's books: https://www.amazon.com/Timothy-Renner/e/B072X44SD5Strange Familiars ‘Awoken Tree' t-shirts are available in our Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/739690857/strange-familiars-podcast-awoken-treeChad's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNB7MSJ2F1SRBPcQsEFLnvg (make sure to subscribe to Chad's channel, Ruck Rabbit Outdoors.)Chad's etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RuckRabbitOutdoorsTo help with the Capuchin Day Center's work with the homeless you can donate here: https://www.capuchindaycentre.ieand here: https://www.cskdetroit.orgContact us via email at: strangefamiliarspodcast@gmail.comhttp://www.facebook.com/strangefamiliarsJoin the Strange Familiars Gathering group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strangefamiliars/instagram: @strangefamiliarshttp://www.strangefamiliars.comIntro and background music by Stone Breath. You can find more at http://stonebreath.bandcamp.comThe closing song is In the Brother Blood, Sister Moon by Timothy from the album, Live Alone I: https://stonebreath.bandcamp.com/album/live-alone-1Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/strange-familiars/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

A daily news briefing from Catholic News Agency, powered by artificial intelligence. Ask your smart speaker to play “Catholic News,” or listen every morning wherever you get podcasts. www.catholicnewsagency.com - Pope Francis announced during an audience with lawyers Monday that he is writing a second part to his 2015 environmental encyclical Laudato Si'. The pope said with this new writing he is updating Laudato Si' to cover current issues. The Holy See Press Office Director, Matteo Bruni, confirmed to CNA August 21 that “the pope is working on a letter updating Laudato Si' with regard to the recent environmental crises.” He could not provide any information on when the letter will be released. Laudato Si' is the second of three encyclicals published in Pope Francis' pontificate thus far. It was released in June 2015. The title, which means “Praise be to you,” was taken from Saint Francis of Assisi's medieval Italian prayer “Canticle of the Sun,” which praises God through elements of creation like Brother Sun, Sister Moon, and “our Sister Mother Earth.” The theme of the encyclical is human ecology, a phrase first used by Pope Benedict XVI. The document addresses issues such as climate change, care for the environment, and the defense of human life and dignity. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/255138/pope-francis-writing-a-second-environmental-document-after-laudato-si Pope Francis called the mother of a young man, Luca Re Sartù, 24, who passed away after apparently contracting a bacterial staph infection during his trip to Portugal for World Youth Day. The infection likely turned into septicemia leading to organ failure, and the youth died on August 11. The autopsy results are pending. On Thursday, August 17, the day before the funeral, Pope Francis called Luca's mother. According to the auxiliary bishop of Milan, Bishop Luca Raimondi, who celebrated the youth's funeral with 13 other priests, “the pope and Luca's mother cried together.” Bishop Américo Aguiar, auxiliary bishop of Lisbon and the director of the World Youth Day, has offered his condolences to the family, assuring them that Portugal is mourning with them. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/255135/pope-calls-grieving-mother-of-son-who-died-at-wyd-he-comforted-me-as-if-he-were-my-dad Today, the Church celebrates Pope Saint Pius the tenth, born Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto, who was the first Pope elected in the 20th century. He came to the papal office in 1903 and died 11 years later in 1914, just as World War I was beginning. As Pope, he issued decrees making the age of First Holy Communion earlier (at the age of 7) and advocated frequent and even daily reception of the Eucharist. He promoted the reading of the Bible among laypeople, reformed the liturgy, promoted clear and simple homilies, and brought back Gregorian chant. He revised the Breviary, reorganized the curia, and initiated the codification of canon law. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/pope-st-pius-x-575

How to Focus Your Mind on God Every Second - Movie Workshop with David Hoffmeister Description: David's Commentary How to Focus Your Mind on God Every Second emphasizes the importance of being constantly focused on God and submerged in His love and presence. David recommends following inner guidance, dropping the mask, and being transparent in order to be a perfect child of God. He also discusses the stages of development of trust and how Jesus's teachings on focus and forgiveness can lead to a different state of mind and suggests using Saint Francis in the movie Brother Sun, Sister Moon to save time and encourages listeners to start their day by surrendering to the flow of divine joy and feeling happy every second of the day. To learn more about the Weekly Movie Workshops, look here: https://bit.ly/ACIM-Movie-Workshop You can watch the introduction to the movie workshop on YouTube:  https://youtube.com/live/0xsCkQ6bbjk If you are interested to know more about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, here is more information:  https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events. Read A Course in Miracles online here: https://acourseinmiraclesnow.com/ Learn more about David Hoffmeister here: https://davidhoffmeister.com

How to Focus Your Mind on God Every Second - Movie Workshop with David HoffmeisterDavid's Commentary | How to Focus Your Mind on God Every Second | emphasizes the importance of being constantly focused on God and submerged in His love and presence. David recommends following inner guidance, dropping the mask, and being transparent in order to be a perfect child of God. He also discusses the stages of development of trust and how Jesus's teachings on focus and forgiveness can lead to a different state of mind and suggests using Saint Francis in the movie Brother Sun, Sister Moon to save time and encourages listeners to start their day by surrendering to the flow of divine joy and feeling happy every second of the day.To learn more about the Weekly Movie Workshops, look here:https://bit.ly/ACIM-Movie-Workshop.You can watch the introduction to the movie workshop on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/0xsCkQ6bbjkLook for more info on David Hoffmeister and upcoming events: https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events.The movie workshop was recorded Saturday, May 20, 2023, at La Casa de Milagros, Chapala, Mexico.

One of the monumental works of Catholic poetry is St. Francis of Assisi's "Canticle of the Creatures" (the "Brother Sun, Sister Moon" poem). Greg and Cory reflect on what this poem really means in light of the Resurrection.

Greg Walter tells of his bigfoot encounter in the Pacific Northwest, then discusses some of his research and findings around the phenomenon: little people, Native American lore, treasure hunting, and more.If you would like to help us continue to make Strange Familiars, get bonus content, t-shirts, stickers, and more rewards, you can become a patron: http://www.patreon.com/StrangeFamiliarsIf you would prefer a one-time payment to help us out, here is a PayPal.me link - you can change the number 25 in the URL to any amount: https://www.paypal.me/timothyrenner/25Our Strange Familiars / Lost Grave etsy shop has art, books, patches, t-shirts, and more ... including original art done for Strange Familiars: https://www.etsy.com/shop/lostgraveStrange Familiars ‘Awoken Tree' shirts, now available in glow-in-the-dark! https://www.etsy.com/listing/1300641744/strange-familiars-podcast-glow-in-theEpisode 360 notes and links:Greg's website: http://www.theridgewalkers.comChad's etsy shop (10% off knives until December 15, 2022!!!): https://www.etsy.com/shop/RuckRabbitOutdoorsMaynard's gofundme: https://www.gofundme.com/f/maynard-walk-againRiverbend Comics: https://www.riverbendcomics.comDepartment of Truth #15 variant with Timothy's artwork on sale at Riverbend: https://www.riverbendcomics.com/products/dot15?_pos=3&_sid=220198f8e&_ss=rRiverbend Comics Instagram: @riverbendcomicsStrange Familiars Curiosity of the Week #67: The National Smoke Traveler cigar labelYou can purchase this item in our etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1345682694/the-national-smoke-traveler-cigar-boxTimothy's books: https://www.amazon.com/Timothy-Renner/e/B072X44SD5Strange Familiars ‘Awoken Tree' t-shirts are available in our Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/739690857/strange-familiars-podcast-awoken-treeChad's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNB7MSJ2F1SRBPcQsEFLnvg (make sure to subscribe to Chad's channel, Ruck Rabbit Outdoors.)Chad's etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RuckRabbitOutdoorsTo help with the Capuchin Day Center's work with the homeless you can donate here: https://www.capuchindaycentre.ieand here: https://www.cskdetroit.orgContact us via email at: strangefamiliarspodcast@gmail.comhttp://www.facebook.com/strangefamiliarsJoin the Strange Familiars Gathering group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strangefamiliars/instagram: @strangefamiliarshttp://www.strangefamiliars.comIntro and background music by Stone Breath. You can find more at http://stonebreath.bandcamp.comThe closing song is Brother Blood, Sister Moon by Stone Breath – from the album Children of Hum: https://stonebreath.bandcamp.com/album/children-of-humSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/strange-familiars/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

My Golden Sister Moon by Mr Dee Swiss House

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Franco Zeffirelli being Zeffirelli at the expense of St. Francis of Assisi. This episode is also available as a blog entry: https://tashpix.wordpress.com/2011/06/14/brother-sun-sister-moon/

Brother Sun☀️ , Sister Moon

Andrew stops by to share his sighting of a possible juvenile bigfoot. Did it hang around his neighborhood as he grew up? Then he relates some intense dream encounters with a reptilian entity and other “alien” type things.If you would like to help us continue to make Strange Familiars, get bonus content, t-shirts, stickers, and more rewards, you can become a patron: http://www.patreon.com/StrangeFamiliarsIf you would prefer a one-time payment to help us out, here is a PayPal.me link - you can change the number 25 in the URL to any amount: https://www.paypal.me/timothyrenner/25Strange Familiars episode 300, The Witch Cloud, is available now: https://stonebreath.bandcamp.com/album/the-witch-cloudOur Strange Familiars / Lost Grave etsy shop has art, books, patches, t-shirts, and more ... including original art done for Strange Familiars: https://www.etsy.com/shop/lostgraveStrange Familiars t-shirts and other designs are available here: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/strange-familiars?ref_id=14000Episode 311 notes and links:The Witch Cloud, second edition, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Witch-Cloud-Haunted-Gettysburg-Pennsylvania/dp/B09TMT9BTP/Timothy's variant cover for Department of Truth 15 comic is available from our etsy shop or Riverbend Comics: https://www.riverbendcomics.com/products/dot15Riverbend Comics: https://www.riverbendcomics.comRiverbend Comics Instagram: @riverbendcomics90 Days to the Perfect Puppy: https://perfectpuppies.sithappens.us/90-daysKarmic Garden: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KarmicGardenStrange Familiars Curiosity of the Week #39: Little Red Riding HoodYou can purchase this photo in our etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1205151186/little-red-riding-hood-stereoviewTimothy's books: https://www.amazon.com/Timothy-Renner/e/B072X44SD5Strange Familiars ‘Awoken Tree' t-shirts are available in our Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/739690857/strange-familiars-podcast-awoken-treeAlison: https://www.etsy.com/shop/odpeacockChad's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNB7MSJ2F1SRBPcQsEFLnvg (make sure to subscribe to Chad's channel, Ruck Rabbit Outdoors.)Chad's etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RuckRabbitOutdoorsTo help with the Capuchin Day Center's work with the homeless you can donate here: https://www.capuchindaycentre.ieand here: https://www.cskdetroit.orgContact us via email at: strangefamiliarspodcast@gmail.comhttp://www.facebook.com/strangefamiliarsJoin the Strange Familiars Gathering group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strangefamiliars/instagram: @strangefamiliarshttp://www.strangefamiliars.comIntro and background music by Stone Breath. You can find more at http://stonebreath.bandcamp.comThe closing song is Brother Blood, Sister Moon by Stone Breath, from the album Children of Hum: https://stonebreath.bandcamp.com/album/children-of-humSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/strange-familiars/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Join Stephanie Luna as she generously shares her journey of transformation through generational trauma to freedom, joy and a life of service.   From Luna's interview: “I am third generation Mexican American. My grandparents are the ones who immigrated to the United States. My parents assimilated to the American culture really fast. They were born and raised in Los Angeles where I also was born and raised. So there was a lot of having to learn the American culture, don't talk Spanish because we would get, or they would get made fun of.”   “My only coping that I felt was necessary was to just get up and leave. So I had the opportunity to go to college—I'm the first one in my family to go to college, which is a huge deal in my family. It's big. It was a lot of... a lot of pressure to myself, but I wasn't really understanding where the pressure was coming from. And I just felt like I had to get away. … I only knew Southern California and I said, I want to go away, but not too far. So that's when I ended up in the Bay Area.”   “There are moments where I sit back and I just think, wow, I did that not only for me, but I did that for my family. There was an ethnic studies class that I took while in college; we talked about generational wealth and generational trauma. And just how in this generational trauma, we're constantly passing on that trauma from person to person, generation to generation. And the same can be said for wealth.”   “We were at our campus ministry center and [the campus minister] noticed that I was trying to pull away. She was asking me what was going on, what was causing me so much turmoil. And so I shared with her …. And her response was you need to tell that to the community. I did not understand that. I was like, what are you talking about? You're crazy. I don't need to share this sadness with anyone. And so she shared with me that if I were to tell the community, it would give them the opportunity to accompany me in my sadness. Now I am a 19-year-old college student, not understanding any of the words that she's saying, but I heard in that moment that I need to share.”   “So I share with them and they welcome me back to the community. Talk about the prodigal son story. I left the community, and I came back and I felt a belonging. I felt wanted, needed. And in that sharing, I didn't know it until years later, but other people started sharing their traumas and their losses. From my vulnerability, I was able to help others see their vulnerability. So there was this mutual sharing of that.”   “I watched the movie Brother Son, Sister Moon about St. Francis of Assisi, in the scene where St. Francis takes his clothes off and he's in the middle of the Piazza. He's telling his father, these are not mine, these are just earthly possessions. It was the moment where he gave up his name. He gave up his father's name and he said, this is not my name. This is not who I am. I am going to go live a life to go in search of who I am. And I just remember sitting back and I'm like crying my eyes out. And I'm just like, okay, God, I hear you. That's when I ended up choosing the Franciscan Community Volunteers, because of that moment of giving yourself, giving of yourself, so that you can reconnect with yourself, with your source, that I felt drawn to. ... Just the irony of giving yourself away to reconnect with yourself, your true self. …. So, I'm trying my best to live my life, to reflect that love that God has for me and for others.”   For a full transcript, please include episode number and email: fslfpodcast@fslf.org.   References: Catholic Club - CSU East Bay Catholic Club: https://allsaintshayward.org/csu-east-bay-catholic-club-campus-ministry is a collaboration of Cal State East Bay with All Saints Catholic Church Campus Ministry in Hayward, CA.   Eunice Park, Campus Minister: see Episode 16 interview entitled “Gratuitous Love: transforming anxiety to freedom”: https://engagingfranciscanwisdom.org/gratuitous-love-transforming-anxiety-to-freedom-episode-16   Prodigal Son story, Luke 15:11-32: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/luke/15 is also known as the Parable of the Lost Son.   Catholic Volunteer Network: a resource for finding short and long-term volunteer opportunities, see https://catholicvolunteernetwork.org/ . Franciscan Community Volunteers, sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls, MN, closed during Covid. Here is a reference: https://www.fslf.org/pages/franciscan-community-volunteers   “Brother Sun, Sister Moon”: 1972 movie directed by Rafael Zeffirelli; for further information, see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brother_Sun,_Sister_Moon . This movie touches the heart of Francis' journey of conversion, turning to God and to neighbor, over the course of his life, albeit in a somewhat romanticized, not entirely historically accurate way.   Saint Francis renounces his earthly father, name and possessions: see St Bonaventure's Major Legend 2:4 - https://www.franciscantradition.org/francis-of-assisi-early-documents/the-founder/the-legends-and-sermons-about-saint-francis-by-bonaventure-of-bagnoregio/the-major-legend-of-saint-francis/the-life-of-blessed-francis/1627-fa-ed-2-page-538   Maryknoll, a mission movement: https://www.maryknoll.org/ . Luna is part of the Young Adult Empowerment team https://www.maryknoll.us/home/young-adult-empowerment-community/yae-team-biographies   Saint Francis meets the leper: see https://www.franciscanmedia.org/franciscan-spirit-blog/st-francis-meets-the-leper . See also the earliest biography of Saint Francis by Thomas of Celano (1C 17) https://www.franciscantradition.org/francis-of-assisi-early-documents/the-saint/the-life-of-saint-francis-by-thomas-of-celano/636-fa-ed-1-page-195   Haecceitas: a Franciscan term coined by John Duns Scotus re: the unique value, dignity, ‘thisness', of every person and everything; two references: https://cac.org/irreplaceable-thisness-2018-03-18/ , and https://www.ssfamericas.org/post/a-hagiography-of-blessed-john-duns-scotus     Richard Rohr, true and false self: two of many references to this key spiritual concept: https://cac.org/letting-go-of-the-false-self-2022-03-02/ and https://cac.org/trusting-our-essential-self-2022-02-27/

In this episode of The Missing Conversation, Robert is joined by his friend and co-founder at The Global Bridge Foundation, and Mark Spiro from Trash Prophets, a recycling initiative that gives purpose and job opportunities to the homeless. The two of them join him as he continues to explore how a more transparent relationship with money could lead us to help each other and humanity at large — this time with a focus on the Christian faith.  Like Buddhist teachers, most Christian ministers and leaders of faith have not revealed to their congregation their development or thought about their specific relationship with money, and how that would help our world that so badly needs it. Without the example from their teachers, pastors, and priests, Christian followers have been unable to reconcile with what the Bible teaches — that their true wealth awaits them in heaven, and that money on earth is here to be used for balance. But instead of being grateful and sharing, as Jesus taught us to, almost all of us that have had the opportunity have been collecting our wealth for our future, while those in our community still need help.  Robert and Mark also share how the film Brother Sun, Sister Moon — a narrative about the life of St Francis of Assisi, encourages us, especially the leaders of true Christians to introspect about their relationship with money and the transparency around their individual attachments. Jesus's example inspires the call for a renewed sense of understanding and a change in our attitudes, actions, and values when it comes to money. If Christian teachers and religious leaders took the first step and were more open, honest, and vulnerable, it would likely lead to more transparency and understanding. We also need to talk about and understand how Jesus would have wanted us to deal with money and wealth — would he not have wanted us to help our fellow humans, and the planet on which we live? If he were the CEO of a million-dollar company, how would he run his business, and how much would he give to the less fortunate?  There is a growing canyon of discrepancy in the richest and poorest in our world. Yet, once you gain even a fleeting awareness of this distance, it may lead to a deeper, more fulfilling kind of awareness and understanding. It may well foster a longing to give , moving toward healing and helping others heal. It could encourage you to share your good fortunes and empower those who need it with not just money but opportunities to work and develop their lives and harness their potential. This could open doors towards blessings and feeling reconnected with humanity as a whole.  Whether it's encouraging followers to give a percentage of what they earn and contemplate where it would be most meaningful to them, or it's openly exploring how attached we have become to our wealth and money, Christian ministers could genuinely make a difference through their sermons and practice — using part of the wisdom that Jesus would have done if he were still here on Earth. Read the transcription and listen to this episode on The Global Bridge Foundation website.

If These Walls Could Talk with Wendy Stuart & Tym MossHosts: WENDY STUART & TYM MOSSSpecial guest: BEN CASSARAWednesday, October 6thEST LIVE from PANGEA Restaurant, NYCWatch LIVE on YouTube at Wendy Stuart TV: https://youtu.be/9onzal1KTc0Born and raised in NYC, Ben Cassara began singing around the family piano and went on to perform in both church and high school choirs which culminated in a televised performance at Carnegie Hall at the age of 16. He tried his hand at theater and after college performed in a number of Off-Off Broadway productions. However, music was his first love and it didn't take him long to start working in piano bars all around the city and in the tri-state area. After a time, Cassara realized he'd prefer to be a “front man” and a while back started studying with jazz vocal coach, Carol Fredette, and working with different jazz accompanists around the city. In 2013 Cassara released his first CD, “Sister Moon” on Chandler Records with Tedd Firth on piano, David Finck on bass and Bob Mallach on tenor, to great reviews. In 2014 he debuted his Bobby Troup Project at Jazz at Kitano and has since performed it at numerous venues in the New York, New Jersey tristate areas. He regularly performs at Jazz at Kitano and Cafe Notambula at Pangea, both in NYC, and Shanghai Jazz and Trumpets in NJ. Ben has also performed at the Mid Day Jazz Series at St. Peters Church, the Metropolitan Room, Something Jazz, Joe's Pub, The Pax Theater and for Project 142. Who else but hosts Wendy Stuart and Tym Moss could “spill the tea” on their weekly show “If These Walls Could Talk” live from Pangea Restaurant on the Lower Eastside of NYC, with their unique style, of honest, and emotional interviews, sharing the fascinating backstories of celebrities, entertainers, recording artists, writers and artists and bringing their audience along for a fantastic ride.Wendy Stuart is an author, celebrity interviewer, model, filmmaker and hosts “Pandemic Cooking With Wendy,” a popular Youtube comedic cooking show born in the era of Covid-19, and TriVersity Talk, a weekly web series with featured guests discussing their lives, activism and pressing issues in the LGBTQ Community.Tym Moss is a popular NYC singer, actor, and radio/tv host who recently starred in the hit indie film “JUNK” to critical acclaim.

This poem, ‘Sister Moon', the second poem in the series to be read by Grace Palmer, is available with other episodes on #AnchorFM, #Spotify and other podcast platforms. The 16th poem in a series of poetry readings by multiple voices of ‘From Spires To Peak' by Anthony LT Cragg. The book is published by BookBaby2021 and available at Amazon.

Dang! What a wonderful conversation with Barbara Cohen (Farm Accident, Little Lizard, Brother Sun Sister Moon, etc). After honing her musical chops here in the Twin Cities, she's spent the last 20 years in LA composing film and TV scores. Now she's back. We talk about her amazing journey and what the future may hold. Give this one a listen, she's great!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/brian-oake-show/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rand is gone. Where, how, when - no one's quite sure. Now it's up to the rest of the group to figure out what's next. Oh, and remember how Perrin's got this thing going on with wolves? Yeah, that's about to get a whole bunch more real. And then there's some more stuff with dreams... or shall I say Dreams? OK, too much to highlight in a little intro. You've just got to listen. One of our longer episodes for you, packed full of key content. Enjoy!Join us on Discord for more conversations with a growing community of fantasy fiction fans: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKkAccess our patron-only content, unlock the opportunity to listen and chat during live recordings, and explore other benefits by supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAgesCheck out our merch at:  https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheages Rate & review us at Apple Podcast or wherever you download content. As they say, "throw us some stars!" Share thoughts, questions, or ideas with us directly: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com. Find us on social media:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fantasy4theAges  Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FantasyForTheAges

Brother Sun Sister Moon ClipChristmas Novena - Ninth Excess of LoveEpisode Photo AlbumBuddy Comfort - vocals and guitar from the album, "Brother Sun, Sister Moon", http://www.buddycomfort.com, words and music by Donovan Leitch.For more information: drussell777@icloud.com Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/magi777)Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/magi777)

Movie "Brother Sun Sister Moon" Commentary David Hoffmeister - Weekly Online Movie WorkshopThe first 4 themes behind the Brother Sun Sister Moon movie workshop were Divine Providence, Tabula Rasa - a clean slate, Giving all to all, and True empathy. The 5th and final theme was a mystical community, and in the movie, we get a glimpse of St Francis following his calling and the establishment of his mystical community. At first, it is just him, walking out of the gates of Assisi naked in front of his parents, and the entire city with arms wide open, Like here I am Lord. That's the kind of faith it takes to follow God. To say, I would hold nothing before you God, I give away my ideas of possession, of control, of ownership, of being right, of superior-inferior thinking. All of that, with arms wide open, I give it all to you. Take it from me. And that is the start of what we could call a mystical community.Enjoy David's profound commentary on this wonderful devotional movie.You can watch the whole introduction to the movie here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rXtwwKSdaAIIf you are interested to know more about David Hoffmeister and Living Miracles events, here is more information: https://circle.livingmiraclescenter.org/events.Recorded on August 28, 2021, in Chapala, Mexico.

Recently the US military released footage of UFOs. Kechil explores the arguments with the help of Anders Sandberg. What are they? Angels, fairies, intrusions from the fifth dimension, swamp gas, Chinese drones, sapient octopuses, or a prank or what? And if aliens then why are they so shy? Yesterday was the Sister Moon, a Full Moon named according to locally meaningful traditions by the Centre for Astronomical Heritage. See https://cfah.org.za/fullmoon/

Recently the US military released footage of UFOs. Kechil explores the arguments with the help of Anders Sandberg. What are they? Angels, fairies, intrusions from the fifth dimension, swamp gas, Chinese drones, sapient octopuses, or a prank or what? And if aliens then why are they so shy? Yesterday was the Sister Moon, a Full Moon named according to locally meaningful traditions by the Centre for Astronomical Heritage. See https://cfah.org.za/fullmoon/

Such power in a few words. Perhaps this is what makes the writings of the Fathers so compelling. In a few brief sentences or in the short story they capture for us the very essence of the life of faith. We begin to see with a kind of radical simplicity, a simplicity perhaps with which we are uncomfortable, the clear focus that we are to have in our pursuit of God. We must allow nothing to prevent our movement towards Him. We have been promised a share in life eternal; where the joy of life will have no end, where intimacy will have no limitations, where there will be no fear or anxiety. This is what our hearts are to be set upon; this is what spurs us on to travel the narrow path in the pursuit of God and the things of the kingdom. --- Text of chat during the group: 00:19:00 Lisa Weidner: Hello, 00:19:17 Lisa Weidner: What page are we reading?  thank you 00:19:24 carolnypaver: 44 00:20:00 Lisa Weidner: thanks! 00:25:25 Joseph Muir: This passage reminds me of a common Byzantine prayer for the dead: “O Christ our God, with the saints grant rest to the soul of your departed servant, in a place where there is no pain, no grief, no sighing, but everlasting life.” 00:25:52 carolnypaver: Lovely. 00:53:51 Tyler Woloshyn: Once again it connects to me liturgically with this excerpt.  Sixth Ode for Preparation of Holy Communion: "Whirled about in the abyss of sin, I appeal to the unfathomable abyss of Your Compassion: Raise me, O God, from corruption."   "Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me."  "O Savior, sanctify my mind and soul, my heart and body, and deem me worthy to approach Your awesome Mysteries without condemnation." "Cast me not from Your presence, nor deprive me of Your Holy Spirit." "O Christ, grant that I may be ride of my passions and grow in Your grace. May I be strengthened and confirmed in life by communion of Your holy Mysteries." 00:54:53 carolnypaver: Wow! 01:01:36 Eric Williams: I remember when watching Brother Sun, Sister Moon was a traditional experience at Oratory retreats. ;) 01:02:26 Tyler Woloshyn: It has been a movie that a vocations director recommended people watch. On my to watch list. 01:02:54 Carole DiClaudio: Good to know; I've never watched it. 01:03:36 carolnypaver: Very 1970's but the message is there. 01:06:24 Wayne Mackenzie: Brother Sun, Brother Moon.. 01:07:20 carolnypaver: Yep. 01:08:19 Carole DiClaudio: ?? 01:09:16 Wayne Mackenzie: It's the name of the movie about St.Fancis  

令和三年（2021)　鎌倉マインドフルリトリート　山下良道（スダンマチャーラ比丘） Brother Sun, Sister Moon 体が超硬い人に股関節や脚・腰が柔らかくなる3つの簡単メソッドを教えます！  

Barbara tells stories of strange lights and glowing entities seen in the Ohio woods. If you would like to help us continue to make Strange Familiars, get bonus content, t-shirts, stickers, and more rewards, you can become a patron: http://www.patreon.com/StrangeFamiliarsIf you would prefer a one-time payment to help us out, here is a PayPal.me link - you can change the number 25 in the URL to any amount: https://www.paypal.me/timothyrenner/25Our Strange Familiars / Lost Grave etsy shop has art, books, patches, t-shirts, and more ... including original art done for Strange Familiars: https://www.etsy.com/shop/lostgraveStrange Familiars t-shirts and other designs are available here: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/strange-familiars?ref_id=14000Episode 204 notes and links:Barbara's podcast, 6 Degrees of John Keel: https://6degreesofjohnkeel.com90 Days to the Perfect Puppy: https://perfectpuppies.sithappens.us/90-daysRiverbend Comics: https://www.riverbendcomics.comKarmic Garden: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KarmicGarden Episode artwork by Barbara. Here is the full piece: Timothy's book of paranormal illustrations, Apparitions, is available to pre-order now… directly from us: https://www.strangefamiliars.com/home/apparitions-illustrations-of-the-other-book or, if you prefer, on etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/877387099/apparitions-art-book-by-timothy-rennerTimothy's book, with co-author Joshua Cutchin  is available on Amazon: Where the Footprints End: High Strangeness and the Bigfoot Phenomenon, volume 1Strange Familiars Photo of the Week #50: Caped WomanYou can purchase this photo in our etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/902994286/caped-woman-strange-familiars-photo-ofMore of Barbara's paintings:Timothy's books: https://www.amazon.com/Timothy-Renner/e/B072X44SD5Strange Familiars ‘Awoken Tree' t-shirts are available in our Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/739690857/strange-familiars-podcast-awoken-treeAlison: https://www.etsy.com/shop/odpeacockChad's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNB7MSJ2F1SRBPcQsEFLnvg (make sure to subscribe to Chad's channel, Ruck Rabbit Outdoors.)Contact us via email at: strangefamiliarspodcast@gmail.comhttp://www.facebook.com/strangefamiliarsJoin the Strange Familiars Gathering group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strangefamiliars/instagram: @strangefamiliarshttp://www.strangefamiliars.comIntro and background music by Stone Breath. You can find more at http://stonebreath.bandcamp.comThe closing song is Brother Blood, Sister Moon by Stone Breath. You can find this song on the album, Children of Hum: https://stonebreath.bandcamp.com/album/children-of-humSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/strange-familiars/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Colin sits down with Alex and Brianna from Sister Moon Eyes for "Meet the Team" Part 2. These ladies are frequent collaborators with the band, and easily two of the most bad ass ladies in the Philly Must Scene. We go over personal history, music picks, the wildest shit we've seen on the internet, and the songs that made us want to make music.

The healing message of St. Francis of Assisi comes to Broadway! Listen to best-selling author and “peace troubadour” James Twyman share how he is bringing St. Francis' message of peace of hope around the country and to Broadway with his musical, “Brother Sun, Sister Moon.” He is bringing his musical around the USA January-March of 2020, culminating in an off-Broadway run in New York City February 20 – March 1. James and his friend, Bill Free, will travel from Portland to New York as St. Francis did, penniless, relying on the generosity of strangers to for food, housing, and transportation. They also will provide free tickets to the homeless and feed them before each performance. A songwriter, James also sings and plays a song on this podcast, on a Venezuelan cuatro! Show notes: [1:41] What drew James to the story of St. Francis? James talks about his book “The Camino of St. Francis.”[4:15] James talks about his time as a monk in the Franciscan order.[5:35] How can the story of St. Francis help us heal our world, and our divisions and polarization. [11:00] All about the musical, “Brother Sun, Sister Moon”[16:50] James plays a song called “Simple” on the Venezuelan cuatro![21:50] Bridging the divide with people who have different views than us. How to listen and be open, showing love to people no matter what![26:50] The parallels of how we treat the homeless in our society and how people in St. Francis' time treated the lepers. Learning humility and talking to the homeless, rather than only giving them money.

We have a fascinating conversation with the artist known as The Peace Troubadour, James Twyman. He is also a NY Times Best Selling author. He is on the podcast to celebrate his upcoming one man Broadway production Brother Sun, Sister Moon, based on the life of St Francis of Assisi.  

Kathryn interviews NY Times Best-Selling Author, Film Producer & Musician James Twyman PhD, creator of “Brother Sun, Sister Moon.” He's bringing his new musical on St. Francis to Broadway, and with the beloved saint as his model, will travel penniless, on foot and with whatever food, housing and further transportation that God will provide. He's the NY Times best-selling author of sixteen books, has recorded over eighteen albums, and has produced or directed seven films. Kathryn also interviews Family and Child Development Expert Gail Gross Ph.D, Ed.D, author of “How to Build Your Baby's Brain: A Parent's Guide to Using New Gene Science to Raise a Smart, Secure, and Successful Child.” She provides a guide for parents to help unlock their child's potential and fully realize their role and ability to shape the course of their child's growth. Dr. Gross has contributed to broadcast, print and online media including CNN, Today Show, FOX's The O'Reilly Factor, MSNBC, NY Times and USA Today.

Kathryn interviews NY Times Best-Selling Author, Film Producer & Musician James Twyman PhD, creator of “Brother Sun, Sister Moon.” He's bringing his new musical on St. Francis to Broadway, and with the beloved saint as his model, will travel penniless, on foot and with whatever food, housing and further transportation that God will provide. He's the NY Times best-selling author of sixteen books, has recorded over eighteen albums, and has produced or directed seven films. Kathryn also interviews Family and Child Development Expert Gail Gross Ph.D, Ed.D, author of “How to Build Your Baby's Brain: A Parent's Guide to Using New Gene Science to Raise a Smart, Secure, and Successful Child.” She provides a guide for parents to help unlock their child's potential and fully realize their role and ability to shape the course of their child's growth. Dr. Gross has contributed to broadcast, print and online media including CNN, Today Show, FOX's The O'Reilly Factor, MSNBC, NY Times and USA Today.

     The environment and everything about it has been politicized, even weaponized. Young people are angry and confused over a planet full of adults who can't seem to agree on things that will outlive them, but could threaten the generations that follow. And, true to form, God's covenant people seem to have come late to the party. In this episode, Fran reaches back to his own past as an environment chemist working of the Clean Water Act in the early 70's, and back even further to the patron saint of the environment—St. Francis of Assisi. And of all roads to travel, Fran's chosen to use a hymn of the saint that you've sung, but probably didn't know Saint Francis wrote it 800 years ago!     Let a brother in the Lord who's in the "cloud of witnesses" now have a word with you via the universal language of music. Let's go study, "All Creatures of Our God and King."______________________________________**the article Fran cites in this episode is here**the movie that Fran refers to, "Brother Son, Sister Moon," is here.__________________________OTHER HANDS OF HUR RESOURCES"What's Wrong With the World?" - evangelism & discipleship video curriculum"Knot or Noose? - Recovering the Mystery of Marriage"  - small group video resource"The Darkside Challenge"  - social media and tech self-audit"Getting the Big Picture"  - Old Testament survey course"Yeshua in Four Dimensions" - the four Gospels (survey course)"To The Ends of the Earth" - New Testament survey course"The 15/30 Series" - studies for spiritual formation (Genesis, Psalms, Mark, Paul)

In this episode Adrian explores the way the natural world has a curative effect on us. He looks at the way we interact with that world and that, after all we are animals ourselves and we are an integral part of the ecosystem we live in, especially if we are prepared to listen to it, rather than ignore it. We will then find our place in the family of things. There is a bonus song on this podcast, a Donavan composition for the Zeffirelli Film Brother Sun and Sister Moon. It is sung by Wilma Scott; Adrian's wife. The books mentioned are, Wild Signs and Star Paths: The keys to our lost sixth sense by Tristan , Becoming Animal by David Abrams, Rewild Yourself: 23 Spellbinding Ways to Make Nature More Visible by Simon Barnes, The Reluctant Saint by Donald Spoto. My third collection of poetry is called A Night Sea Journey and is available with my other works at www.adriangrscott.com. 

St. Francis of Assisi was a living embodiment of the Beatitudes—his life demonstrates that it is possible to live what Jesus taught. Francis was the blessed poor, the comforted mourner, who in his meekness inherited the earth. Francis hungered for justice, but gave mercy, made peace, and in his purity of heart perceived God in all things. And even though Francis was persecuted by his family and hometown, his life was indeed the kingdom of heaven on earth.

This Episode of CS is titled, Francis and continues our look at the mendicant orders.Though we call him Francis of Assisi, his original name was Francesco Bernardone. Born in 1182, his given name was Giovanni (Latin of John). His father Pietro nicknamed him Francesco which is what everyone called him. Pietro was a wealthy dealer in textiles imported from France to their hometown of Assisi in central Italy.His childhood was marked by the privileges of his family's wealth. He wasn't a great student, finding his delight more in having a good time entertaining friends. When a local war broke out, he signed up to fight for his and was taken prisoner. Released at 22, Francis then came down with a serious illness. That's when he began to consider eternal things, as so many have when facing their mortality. He rose from his sick-bed disgusted with himself and unsatisfied with the world.The war still on, he was on his way to rejoin the army when he turned back, sensing God had another path for him.  He went into seclusion at a grotto near Assisi where his path forward became clearer. He decided to make a typical pilgrimage to Rome, where it was assumed the godly went to seek God. But there he was stuck by the terrible plight of the poor who lined the streets, many of them just outside the door of luxurious churches.Confronted with a leper, he recoiled in horror. Then it dawned on him that his reaction was no different from an indifferent Church, which tolerated such gross need in their midst but doing nothing to lift the needy out of their condition. He turned around, kissed the leper's hand, and left in it all the money he had.Returning to Assisi, he attended the chapels in its suburbs instead of the main city church. There seemed less pretention in these humble chapels. He lingered most at the simply furnished St. Damian's served by a single priest at a crude altar. This little chapel became a kind of Bethel for Francis; his bridge between heaven and earth.The change that came over the one-time party-animal led to scorn and ridicule from those who'd known him. Privileged sons like Francis didn't grovel in the mucky world of commoners; yet that was exactly what Francis was now doing. His father banished him from the family home.  He renounced his obligations to them in public saying: “Up to this time I have called Pietro Bernardone ‘father,' but now I desire to serve God and to say nothing else than 'Our Father which art in heaven.'” From then on, Francis was wholly devoted to a religious life. He dressed in beggar's clothes, moved in with a small community of lepers, washed their sores, and restored the damaged walls of the chapel of St. Damian by begging building materials in the squares and streets of the city. He was 26 years old.Francis then received from the Benedictine abbot of Mt. Subasio the gift of a little chapel called Santa Maria degli Angeli. Nicknamed the Portiuncula—the Little Portion. It became Francis' favorite shrine. There he had most of his visions. It was there he eventually died.While meditating one day in 1209, Francis heard the Words of Jesus to his followers, “Preach, the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, cast out devils. Provide neither silver nor gold, nor brass in your purses.” Throwing away his staff, purse, and, shoes, he made this the rule of his life. He preached repentance and gathered about him several companions. Their Rule was nothing less than full obedience to the Gospel.Their mission was to preach, by both word and deed. Their constant emphasis was to make sure their lives exemplified the Word and Work of God. One saying attributed to him is: “Preach at all times. When necessary, use words.”In 1210, Francis and some companions went to Rome were they were received by Pope Innocent III. The chronicle of the event reports that the pope, in order to test his sincerity, said, “Go, brother, go to the pigs, to whom you are more fit to be compared than to men, and roll with them, and to them preach the rules you have so ably set forth.” This may seem like a cruel put off, but it may in truth have been a test of Francis' sincerity. He proposed a very different way than priests and monks had chosen. This command would certainly determine if Francis' claim to poverty and obedience were genuine. Well, Francis DID obey, and returned saying, “My Lord, I have done so.” If the pope had only been mocking, Francis' response softened him. He gave his blessing to the brotherhood and sanctioned their rule, granted them the right to cut their hair in the distinctive tonsure that was the badge of the monk, and told them to go and preach repentance.The brotherhood increased rapidly. The members were expected to work. In his will, Francis urged the brethren to work at some trade as he'd done. He compared an idle monk to a drone. The brethren visited the sick, especially lepers who sat at the very bottom of the social order. They preached in ever expanding circles, and went abroad on missionary journeys. Francis was ready to sell the very ornaments of the altar rather than refuse an appeal for aid. He was ashamed when he encountered any one poorer than himself.One of the most remarkable episodes of Francis' career occurred at this time. He made a covenant, like marriage, with Poverty. He called it his bride, mother, and sister, and remained devoted to Sister Poverty with the devotion of a knight.In 1217, Francis was presented to the new Pope Honorius III. At the advice of a powerful Cardinal who would later become Pope Gregory IX, he memorized his sermon. But when he appeared before the pontiff, he forgot it all and instead delivered an impromptu message, which won over the papal court.Francis made evangelistic tours in 1219 thru Italy then into Egypt and Syria. Returning from the East with the title “il poverello” the little Poor Man, he found a new element had been introduced into the brotherhood thru the influence of a stern disciplinarian named Cardinal Ugolino, the same cardinal who'd coached him to memorize his sermon before the pope.Francis was heart-broken over the changes made to his order. Passing through Bologna in 1220, he was deeply grieved to see a new house being built for the brothers. Cardinal Ugolino was determined to manipulate the Franciscans in the interest of the Vatican. Early on he'd offered Francis help to negotiate the intricacies of Vatican life and politics, and Francis accepted. Little did he realize he was inviting a force that would fundamentally alter all he stood for. Under the cardinal's influence, a new code was adopted in 1221, then a third just two years later in which Francis' distinctive perspective for the Franciscans was set aside. The original Rule of poverty was modified; the old ideas of monastic discipline re-introduced, and a new element of absolute submission to the pope added. The mind of Francis was too simple for the shrewd rulers of the church. His lack of guile couldn't compete with men whose entire lives were lived wielding vast levers of political power. He was set aside and a member of the nobility was put at the head of the Order.The forced subordination of Francis offers one of the most touching spectacles of medieval biography. Francis had withheld himself from papal privileges. He'd favored freedom of movement. But the deft hand of Cardinal Ugolino installed a strict monastic obedience. Organization replaced devotion. Ugolino probably did attempt to be a real friend to Francis but his loyalty was always and only to the Pope whom the Cardinal thought ought to be the undisputed ruler of all and every facet of Church life. It didn't seem right to him that any monastic order wasn't directly answerable to and controlled by the Pope. Ugolino laid the foundation of the cathedral in Assisi to Francis' honor, and canonized him only two years after his death. But the Cardinal did not appreciate Francis' humble spirit. Francis was helpless to carry out his original ideas, and yet, without making any outward sign of rebellion, he held them tightly to the end.These ideas were affirmed in Francis' famous will. This document is one of the most moving pieces of Christian literature. Francis called himself “little brother.” All he had to leave the brothers was his benediction, the memory of the early days of the brotherhood, and counsels to abide by their first Rule. This Rule, he said, he'd received from no human author. God himself had revealed it to him, that he ought to live according to the Gospel. He reminded them how the first members loved to live in poor and abandoned churches. He bade them not accept ornate churches or luxurious houses, in accordance with the rule of holy poverty they'd professed. He forbade their receiving special privileges from the Pope or his agents, even orders that gave them personal protection. Through the whole of the document there runs a note of anguish over the lost simplicity that had been the power of their first years; years when the presence of God had been so obvious and they had power to live the holy lives they longed for.Francis' heart was broken. Never strong, his last years were full of sicknesses. Change of location only brought temporary relief. The works of physicians, such as the age knew, were employed. But no wonder they didn't help when you hear what they were: an iron, heated white-hot, was applied to his forehead.As his body failed, he jokingly referred to it as Brother Ass.Francis's reputation as a saint preceded his death. We've talked about relics in previous episodes. But relics were always attributed to people dead for decades, usually hundreds of years. Francis was a living saint from whom people craved things like fragments of his clothing, hairs from his head, even the parings of his nails.Two years before his death, Francis composed the hymn Canticle to the Sun, called by some the most perfect expression of religious feeling. It was written at a time when he was beset by temptations with blindness setting in. The hymn is a pious peal of passionate praise for nature, especially Brother Sun and Sister Moon.The last week of his life, Francis asked for Psalm 142 to be read to him since his eyes were failing. Two brothers sang to him. That's when a priest named Elias, loyal to Cardinal Ugolino and had advocated setting aside Francis' original Rule in favor of the Cardinal's more strict rule, rebuked Francis for making light of death and acting as though he wanted to die! “Why, what kind of faith did that reveal,” the indignant priest asked? It was thought unfitting for a saint. Francis replied that he'd been thinking of death for at least a couple years, and now that he was so united with the Lord, he ought to be joyful in Him. One witness at his bedside said when the time came, “he met death singing.”Before Francis' coffin was closed, great honors began to be heaped upon him. He was canonized only two years later.The career of Francis of Assisi, as told by his contemporaries, and as his spirit is revealed in his own last testament, leaves the impression of purity, purpose, and humility of spirit; of genuine saintliness. He sought not positions of honor nor a place with the great. With a simple mind, he sought to serve his fellow-man by announcing the Gospel, and living out his understanding of it in his own example.He sought to give the Gospel to the common people. They heard him gladly. He didn't possess a great intellect but had a great soul.He was no diplomat, but he was a man whose love for God and people was obvious to all who met him.Francis wasn't a theologian in the classic sense; someone who thought lofty thoughts. He was a practical theologian in that he lived the truths the best theology holds.  He spoke and acted as one who feels full confidence in his mission. He spoke to the Church as no one after him did till Martin Luther came.While history refers to the followers of Francis as the Franciscans, their official name was the fratres minores, the Minor Brethren, or simply the Minorites. When the order was first sanctioned by the Pope, Francis insisted on this as their title as a warning to the members not to aspire after positions of distinction.They spread rapidly in Italy and beyond; but before Francis' generation passed, the order was torn by the strife Cardinal Ugolino introduced. No other monastic order can show anything like long conflict within its own membership over a question of principle. The dispute had a unique place in the theological debates of the Middle Ages.According to the founding Rule of 1210 and Francis' last will, they were to be a free brotherhood devoted to poverty and the practice of the Gospel, rather than a closed organization bound by precise rules. Pope Innocent III who'd originally sanctioned them, urged Francis to take the rule of the older orders as his model, but Francis declined and went his own path. He built upon a few texts of Scripture. And as we said, just six years into the order's life, Cardinal Ugolino installed a rigid discipline to the order, pushing aside Francis' vision of a free brotherhood governed by grace instead of rules.In 1217, the order began sending missionaries beyond Italy. Elias, a former mattress-maker in Assisi and one of Ugolino's lackeys, led a band of missionaries to Syria. Others went to Germany, Hungary, France, Spain and England. The Franciscans proved to be courageous and entrepreneurial agents for the Gospel.  They went south to Morocco and east as far as China. They accompanied Columbus on his 2nd journey to the New World and were active in early American missions from Florida to California, from Canada to the Gulf of Mexico.The Rule of 1221, second in the order's history, shows two influences at work; one from Ugolino, the other of course from Francis. There are signs of the struggle which had already begun several years before. The Rule placed a general at the head of the order and a governing body or board was installed, made up of the heads of the order's houses. Poverty was retained as a primary principle and the requirement of work remained. The sale of their products was forbidden except when it benefited the poor and needy.The Rule of 1223, the third, was briefer but added even more organization to the order. It went further in erasing from the order the will of Francis. The mendicant or begging character of the order was emphasized. But obedience to the pope was introduced and a cardinal was made the order's protector and guardian. Contrary to Francis' will, a devotional book of prayers and hymns called the Roman Breviary was ordered to be used as the book of daily worship. Monastic discipline replaced Biblical liberty. The Rule of 1223 made clear the strong hand of papal hierarchy. The freedom of the 1210 Rule disappeared. The pope's agents did everything they could to suppress Francis' last testament since it was a passionate appeal for the original freedom of his brotherhood against the new order.In light of the way the order was stolen out from under Francis' leadership during his own lifetime, it's a wonder they continued to be known as the Franciscans; they ought to have been called the Ugolinoians.Alongside the male Franciscans were the Clarisses, nuns who took their name from Clara of Sciffi, canonized in 1255.  Clara was so moved by Francis' example she started a parallel order for women. Francis wrote a Rule for them which enforced poverty and made a will for Clara. The nuns supported themselves by the labor of their hands, but by Francis' advice and example also became mendicants who depended on alms. Their rule was also modified in 1219 and the order was afterwards compelled to adopt the much older Benedictine rule.The Tertiaries, or Brothers and Sisters of Penitence, were the third order of the Franciscans. The Tertiaries were lay brothers and sisters who held other employment but wanted to show a greater level of devotion to God than the common person. Francis never made an order for the Tertiaries. He simply called them to dedicate themselves wholly to God while going about their usual lives as merchants, workers and family men and women.Francis wanted to include all classes of people, men and women, married and unmarried. His object was to put within the reach of lay-people the higher practice of virtue and godliness it was thought only sequestered monks or nuns could attain.Historians wonder where Francis got his idea for his attempt to take the rigid formalism of the church of the Middle Ages back to more of a New Testament practice. Chances are good he took his example from the Waldenses, also called the Poor Men of Lyons, a group well known in Northern Italy in Francis' day.Most likely, it was Francis' original intent to start an organic movement of lay-people, and that the idea of a monastic order only developed later.Following Francis' death, throughout the rest of the 13th C, the Franciscans were split into two groups; those who clung to his original vision and Rule and the stricter sect loyal to Cardinal Ugolino. The contest became so bitter that at times it fell to bloodshed. Eventually the pro-papal party prevailed.In the pervious episode, I mentioned Francis was a bit of an anti-intellectual. That is to say, he'd seen too many priests who could parse fine points of doctrine, but who, like the religious leaders in the parable of the Good Samaritan, seemed not to understand the practical compassion, mercy and grace their theology ought to have stirred in them. Francis was not against learning per say; only when such study pre-empted living out what Truth commends. To a monastic leader named Anthony of Padua, Francis wrote, “I am agreed that you continue reading lectures on theology to the brethren provided that kind of study does not extinguish in them the spirit of humility and prayer.”Francis' followers departed from his anti-intellectual leaning and adopted the 13th Century's trend of casting off the darkness of the Middle Ages by establishing schools and universities. They built schools in their convents and were well settled at the chief centers of university culture. In 1255, an order called upon Franciscans going out as missionaries to study Greek, Arabic, and Hebrew.The order spread rapidly all the way to Israel and Syria in the East and Ireland in the West. It was introduced in France by Pacifico and Guichard, a brother-in-law of the French king. The first successful attempt to establish the order in Germany was made in 1221.They took root in England in Canterbury and London in 1224. They were the first popular preachers England had seen, and the first to embody practical philanthropy. The condition of English villages and towns at that time was wretched. Skin diseases were common, including leprosy. Destructive epidemics spread rapidly due to the poor sanitation. The Franciscans chose quarters in the poorest and most neglected parts of towns. In Norwich, they settled in a swamp through which the city sewerage passed. At Newgate, now part of London, they settled into what was called Stinking Lane. At Cambridge, they occupied a decaying prison.It was for this zeal to reach the poor and needy they received recognition. People soon learned to respect the brothers. By 1256, the number of English Franciscans had grown to over 1200, settled in just shy of fifty locations around England.We'll see what became of the Franciscans later. Suffice it to say, Francis would not approve of what became of his brotherhood.  No he would NOT!The Mendicant orders of the Franciscans and Dominicans, which we'll look at next time, comprised a medieval poverty movement that was in large part, a reaction to the politicizing of the Faith. It was a movement of priests, monks and eventually commoners,  who'd come to believe Church policies sought to wrangle political influence for ever more power in world affairs. These would-be reformers wondered, “Is this what Jesus and the Apostle intended? Didn't Jesus say His Kingdom was NOT of this world? Why then are Bishops, Cardinals and Popes working so hard at controlling the political realm?”The call to voluntary poverty drew its strength from widespread resentment of corrupt clergy; not that all or even most priests were. But it seemed the only priests selected for advancement were those who played the Church's political game. The back-to-the-New Testament poverty movement of the Mendicants became a political movement in itself – a reform movement fueled by the spiritual hunger of the common people.As early as the 10th C, reformers had called for a return to the poverty and simplicity of the early church. The life and example of the Apostles was regarded as the norm and when modern bishops were held up to that example, it was clear something unusual had happened; bishops in their religious finery stood markedly higher than the Apostles in terms of worldly power and wealth.To illustrate this, visit the cathedral at Cologne, Germany. There's a little museum there called the Treasury. It contains several display cases with the various vestments and tools the cardinals of Cologne have worn. Composed of gold and silver threads, encrusted with gems, these robes are priceless; literally. But one set of cases sums up for me the utter contradiction of an exalted clergy; the croziers. A crozier is a stylized shepherd's staff carried by a bishop or cardinal. It's a symbol of his role as a pastor, a shepherd. As a shepherd's staff it ought to be a functional and useful tool. A humble piece of wood used to guide and protect sheep. But the croziers in the Treasury at Cologne Cathedral are made of solid gold, their head-pieces jammed with rubies, emeralds, diamonds, and pearls. You would no more use that to tend sheep than you would a painting by Rembrandt. Every time a cardinal wrapped his fingers around it, he ought to have been convicted deeply about how FAR FROM his calling as a humble servant to the flock we was.Now, imagine you're a commoner at church one Sunday. You've just been told by some priest God wants every bit of money you can give. How God NEEDS your money! Then in walks the Cardinal with his jewel-encrusted cape, his mitre and that priceless crozier in his hand.How long before you begin to say to yourself, “WHAT is going on here? Did Jesus wear a get-up like that? Did Peter or John or any of the Apostles? I don't think so. In fact, Jesus said something about not even having anywhere to lay his head. I'll bet that Cardinal has a nice satin covered down pillow.”In the earlier centuries of the Church, calls for reform were dealt with by channeling them into internal reform movements that directed attention away from the upper hierarchy to a more personal desire for reform that ended up in increased devotion. That's what many of the monastic orders were. But by the 12th and 13th Centuries things began to change. Many of the lesser clergy began to speak out against the abuses of the Church. When they did they often entered the ranks of what were called “heretics.”Francis adopted a radical devotion to poverty as a way to confront the blatant greed of the Church. His example spread like wild-fire precisely because it was so obvious to everyone how far off the Church had gotten. And it explains why Ugolino felt obligated to bring the order back in line by bringing it under the control of the Pope. While outwardly commending their order's devotion to poverty, he installed policies that made the order dependent on their land holdings and property. It's hard to criticize the wealth of “The Church,” when you're part of that church and possess a good measure of that wealth.Some were wise to Ugolino's ways and went further by staying true to Francis' original vision and commitment to poverty. Because they refused to knuckle under to his rule, they were declared heretical. And as heretics, they were treated with a brutality no one can reconcile with the Gospel of Grace. à But that, is for a later episode.