Chasing Francis: A Pilgrim's Tale - Softcover

Cron, Ian Morgan

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9781576838129: Chasing Francis: A Pilgrim's Tale

Synopsis

Author, musician and speaker Ian Morgan Cron sheds new light on the legacy of St. Francis of Assisi, "the Last Christian." Cron masterfully weaves actual accounts from the life of Saint Francis' into the fictional story of Chase Falson, a New England minister on a pilgrimage to regain his faith. It's an amazing story with profound implications for the contemporary church. Read the story, and then learn even more about St. Francis' radical activism and theology in the robust forty-page study guide.

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About the Author

Ian Morgan Cron is an Episcopal priest, speaker, retreat leader, and songwriter. He and his wife have three children and divide their year between homes in Vermont and Tennessee. He loves the Rolling Stone's Exile on Main Street, running, yoga, and his Portuguese Water Dog, Hobbes. His new book "Jesus, My Father, the CIA, and Me: A Memoir...Of Sorts" will be released by Thomas Nelson on June 7, 2011. It is available for pre-order now!

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From the Back Cover

Chase Falson has lost his faith-and he did it right in front of the congregation at his megachurch. Now the elders want him to take some time away: far away. So Chase crosses the Atlantic to visit his uncle, a Franciscan priest, where he encounters the teachings of Francis of Assisi and rediscovers his ancient faith. Follow Chase's spiritual journey in the footsteps of Francis, and then begin one of your own through the pilgrim's guide included in this book. Come discover Francis, the first postmodern Christian.

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