Andrea Bocelli - Besame Mucho
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...
Thanks, Jean. He's one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, Susan. I was actually hoping I would find a youtube video of Andrea singing the Ave Maria, but I found this song instead, which really showcases his heavenly voice.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you,
Jean
Jean, You probably have already seen this on Youtube but on Youtube under search - type in
ReplyDeleteAndrea Bocelli. This particular video was added December 30th 2006 From: alexlvlv.
There is no name on it but you can see an image of a Cathedral and the video lasts
3:47.
I saved it because it is the most beautiful Ave Marie. Andrea looks younger in this
video - I know you will love it too. Therese