Heroes of the Faith: Francis of Assisi

Francis of Assisi is apparently the world’s most popular saint, but&nbsp;much of this popularity is for the ‘legendary Francis’; an amiable, uncontroversial spiritual figure who loved animals, proclaimed peace and endorsed the simple lifestyle. Behind this largely imaginary individual lies the real Francis, a man who is not just authentic but also much more challenging. <a rel="payment" href="https://canonjjohn.com/donate">Support this podcast</a>