{"product_id":"saint-francis-of-assisi-paperback-2","title":"Saint Francis of Assisi - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eLawrence G. Lovasik\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e St. Francis of Assisi 978-0-89942-286-2 \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eSt. Francis of Assisi s \u003c\/i\u003eis an ideal gift for a child's First Holy Communion. \u003cbr\u003e The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is a magnificent series of religious books for children, superbly illustrated in full color and simply written, that will help all children to better understand the Catholic Faith. These books are ideal for home or school. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is intended to help teach the basics of the Catholic Faith to children in an enjoyable manner. The books in the Series deal with one or more of the following themes: (1) the teachings of the Church, (2) the Christian way of life, and (3) our Catholic worship (including both public and private prayers and devotions). Each book also carries the Imprimatur, assuring that the contents are in line with Church teaching. \u003cbr\u003e Among the features of this book are: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Brief and easy-to-read biography on the life and legacy of this saint \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Vibrant, full-color illustrations \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e High-quality paper \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Durable, sewn paperback binding \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Conveniently sized at 5 1\/2\" X 7 ⅜\" to accommodate little hands \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e a presentation page that allows for easy personalization of this book when used as a gift \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e an explanation of who St. Francis was and why he is important today \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Nihil Obstat \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Imprimatur \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Check out all 101 titles in this series of Catholic children's books. Each of the St. Joseph Picture Books make wonderful gifts for baptisms, First Communion, birthdays, Christmas, or Easter. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e One of 101 titles in the St. Joseph Picture Book Series, this book by beloved author Rev. Lawrence G. Lovasik, S.V.D. introduces Catholic children to the life and influence of the beloved Saint Francis of Assisi. St. Francis of Assisi was born in Italy around the year 1181. When he was young, he lived a rich and comfortable life because his father was a wealthy cloth merchant. Francis loved to have fun, dress in fine clothes, and spend time with his friends. However, as he grew older, he started to feel like something was missing. One day, while praying in a small church, Francis heard God's voice telling him to repair His house. At first, Francis thought this meant fixing the old church building, so he sold his expensive things to get money for repairs. But later, he realized God was asking him to rebuild the church by living a life of love, kindness, and helping others. \u003cbr\u003e Francis gave up his rich lifestyle and lived simply, wearing a rough robe and traveling around, preaching about God's love for all people, animals, and creation. He loved nature and saw all animals as his brothers and sisters. St. Clare became a follower of his 'little way' and St. Francis founded a religious order called the Franciscans who are still very active today. \u003cbr\u003e Specific topics covered in this title include: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e St. Francis is Known to All \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Birth of St. Francis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis Dreams of Being a Knight of God \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis Alone with Nature \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e God Calls Francis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis Begins a New Life in Christ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis Becomes a Beggar for Christ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis and the Leper \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis is Told to Build Up the Lord's House \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis is Treated Like a Crazy Man \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis Takes God as His Father \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis Repairs the Church at San Damiano \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis Preaches About Peace With God \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The First Followers of Francis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Rule of St. Francis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Pope Approves the Rule of St. Francis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Saint Clare Becomes a Follower of Saint Francis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis' Love for All of God's Creatures \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Friendship of St. Francis and St. Dominic \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis and the First Christmas Crib \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Francis Receives the Wounds of Christ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Before His Death Francis Blesses Assisi \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Death of St. Francis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The Burial of St. Francis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Prayer of St. Francis \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 7.2 x 5.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 01, 1980\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48233341518045,"sku":"9780899422862","price":5.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/9867\/8237\/files\/chaQtSF9Wv9780899422862.webp?v=1784815176","url":"https:\/\/handfulofbooks.com\/products\/saint-francis-of-assisi-paperback-2","provider":"Handful of Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}