Francis: The Journey and the Dream

This book was recommended to me by a brother Franciscan Priest of Father Murray Bodo, my Pastor, Father Andrea McGrath. I made a pilgrimage in 2006 to the tomb of St. Francis in Assisi, Mount Subasio, the Soleto Valley and San Damiano, where the Crucifix spoke to St. Francis . Father Bodo's book affirmed for me that St. Francis is truly an "instrument" of God sent to teach us the power of humility, poverty and long-suffering. I recommend this book to all... Just reading it has brought great peace and joy to my life. To complete the full breath of Father Bodo's expose on St. Francis of Assisi, I would strongly recommend that one also, read Father Bodo's book about St. Claire entitled, A Light in the Garden.

I belong to Secular Franciscan order and we are reading this book together. It's one of the best on the life of St.Francis.

when some life has passed and you are (even unconsciously) sick of it - then, start here, please --- this book, like the words, "come, follow me" is an invitation. my mother handed me this book fifteen years ago (with a wagging finger of warning - "don't you become like him !") and it has changed my life forever... there are other books, too - that I read again every couple of years - but this was the first - the stepping stone. it's an 'easy read' - a group of short vignettes that tell of a wonderful beginning. most highly recommended. thank you, mom.

I first read Maurray Bobo's book back durring the Gulf War when my son was there and in great danger. It brought me to tears. This book was so moving and it so inspired me that I wrote to the author and told hom how much it helped me. I asked him to pray for my son - which he did (My son did make it home after the war). What I remember best is that he took the time to respond back to me with a nice card. So t is the least I can do now is to tell people about the greatness of his book. This telling of Saint Francis is both readable and enjoyable. He makes Francis come alive and spiritual hug you! This is the best book on any saint's life that I have read and I have read many. I strongly rememend this book to read. You will find that your life may change! Mine did.

This book is a GREAT resource that everyone should own. Catholic or not, it doesn't matter. This book will inspire you and bring you closer to our Lord, Jesus Christ. Through the words and works of Francis, the reader cannot help but be filled with joy and love for Christ. As a teenager discerning a possible vocation to the priesthood; this book has helped me to see religious life (the Order of Friars Minor to be more specific) in a whole new light, and to look deeper into the life of a Franciscan! I am SO greatful to Murray Bodo for writing this wonderful piece of art that has both inspired me and brought me closer to my Lord. Now as I look at a crucifix, I can see Christ looking back at me, just as he did Saint Francis. If you are curious about the life of Saint Francis, read this book, you won't be disappointed.