Lent With St. Francis: Daily Reflections

by Diane M. Houdek

Lent calls us to turn away from sin and be faithful to the Gospel. Few saints have done this more intentionally than St. Francis of Assisi. He lived the teachings of Jesus, often quite literally, from the time of his conversion until his death. In doing so, he inspired people of his own time as well as millions from his day to our own, to do likewise.
By pairing the words and deeds of Francis with the Scripture readings for Lent, "Lent With St. Francis: Daily Reflections" helps readers reflect on how they, too, can live the Gospel in the circumstances of their daily lives. It is written in a simple and engaging style that will draw readers in to the life of Francis, as they grow in their faith and spiritual practice through the inspiration of this beloved saint.

Genres: Religion, Catholic, Christianity

94 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 3, 2012

Reviews

[Betty Wassmer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Truly inspiring

This book of Lenten reflections should be required reading for all Franciscans. It focuses on Francis’ thoughts & prayers during the holy season of Lent. It helps the reader see Lent through Francis’ eyes.

[Carlos Miguel · Rating 2 out of 5]

Actual rating: 2.5/5

There is a reflection for each day based on the gospel reading of lent and Holy Week. However, the reflections were very short and only a few times insightful. They are mostly based on Francis' life and seldom it adds to the gospel in an educational way

[Ted Hinkle · Rating 5 out of 5]

A welcomed addition to my daily Lenten reflections focusing on daily readings and the spiritual life of St. Francis and his Franciscan brothers. Definitely an enhancement to my daily devotion.

[Dolores Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent short daily meditations.

[Jill · Rating 3 out of 5]

I didn't really care for this devotional as I was awkwardly worded. Needed some punctuation to clarify her point and to facilitate a nice flow.

I won't keep this to reread.

[William Stanger · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this, along with my wife, this year as part of my daily reading through Lent. It's a book I bought probably 5 or 6 years ago, so I thought it was time to give it a try during Lent this year.

It wasn't too bad, but it fell short of what I had hoped it to be. Parts of it were quite inspirational, but at times it just seemed too obscure. Some of the prayers were a little strange at times, too. Overall it was quite helpful, but it's not one I'll be returning to in the coming years during Lent.

[Angie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed some of the reflections more than others, but some were much more loosely related to the daily readings than what I was looking for. It seemed more a way to learn about St. Francis in general than to meditate on Lent. Some of the daily prayers were fantastic, while others were difficult to connect to.