THOUGHTS OF A BLIND BEGGAR: Reflections from a Journey to God - Softcover

Straub, Gerard Thomas

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1570757399 ISBN 13: 9781570757396

Publisher: Orbis Books, 2007

Synopsis

In these poetic meditations Gerard Straub probes the depths of his soul and the heart of humanity on a search for God. Thoughts of a Blind Beggar grew out of his own improbable journey, inspired by the spirit of St. Francis, which led from the glamour of Hollywood to the worst slums on earth. It was a journey from riches to rags, from unbelief to faith, from hollow success to a more profound happiness than he had previously imagined. But it also inspired a new calling: to awaken others to the reality of poverty, and to inspire compassion and solidarity.
In this book, Straub graciously shares his reflections on a journey to God...a journey, he readily admits, that is far from over. Thoughts of a Blind Beggar will open eyes and hearts. It is a book to be savored, a companion for our own journey.

About this title

About the Author:

Gerard Thomas Straub is an award-winning author, photographer and filmmaker who is founder and president of the San Dominican Foundation, which produces films celebrating the spirituality of Saint Francis and concern for the poor, social justice, prayer and the integrity of creation.

About this edition

• Publisher: Orbis Books
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1570757399
• ISBN 13: 9781570757396
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 189