The Spirituality and Miracles of St. Clare of Assisi
August 11 is the memorial of St. Clare, one of my favorite saints. She was the first woman to follow the life of radical poverty practiced by St. Francis of Assisi and is the co-founder of the Poor Clares. Although I am not a Franciscan, I have had Franciscan friends, clergy, and spiritual directors instruct me on the beauty of St. Clare's spirituality. I have also learned a great deal from reading about her over the years. Clare and Francis (2007) is a film which depicts the fascinating story of her dramatic conversion and surrender to the will of God. St. Clare is the patron saint of television. She is also the patron of eye disorders, embroiderers, good weather, and telephones. The Contemplative Life The Lady Clare was born into a noble family in Assisi in 1193 and was admired for her great beauty. When she heard Francis of Assisi preach his Lenten homilies at the Church of San Giorgio, she was captivated by his words. At age eighteen, she heard him say: "When the
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Happy Anniversary to you, Happy Anniversary to you, Happy Anniversary dear Jean and Bill, Happy Anniversary to you!
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Almost forgot... how was your day? Did you do anything special? Get any good gifts? You know me...and my curious, inquiring mind.
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May God bless you abundantly!
Jean
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ReplyDeleteWe went out to nice restaurant and had a wonderful dinner and also went to the theatre to see a musical "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" which was fantastic!
My favorite gift was a dark chocolate bar with macadamia nuts and cranberries.
God bless,
Jean