"How can one be called 'Franciscan' without having read and meditated on first of all, and above all, the 'writings' of brother Francis and sister Clare of Assisi? -  Grado Giovanni Merlo.

Presentations will begin with historical and personal experiences which undergird Francis and Clare's writings. This will be followed by exploring the nature and message of the writings themselves within the context of the charism entrusted to Francis and Clare. There will be a total of four one-hour sessions. Teresine will use some powerpoint as well as giving printed handouts.

Presenter: Teresine Glaser OSF, Graduate, Certificate in Franciscan Theology & Spirituality