Praying with Francis of Assisi is not a biography about Francis, but a Way of praying with him. Those who use this book will learn that Francis’ spirituality fits naturally into Christian tradition and reflects his great love for the Jesus of the Gospels. Each of the fifteen meditations invites readers into the story of Francis and his thoughts and feelings about important life-themes, and suggests ways in which to reflect on and pray about their own life in light of what they have learned from this challenging, holy man. Joseph Stoutzenberger is an instructor in the religious studies department of Manor College and the author of several widely-acclaimed textbooks, most recently The Christian Call to justice and Peace, published by Saint Mary's Press. Rev. John Bohrer is pastor of Saint Joseph Parish, an inner-city parish serving poor people in Camden, New Jersey. Contents: (1) The Central Place of the Gospels, (2) Holy Poverty, (3) The Good Sense of Foolishness, (4) Blessed Peace, (5) Courtesy, (5) Right Action, (7) Simplicity, (8) Serving Our Neighbors, (9) Littleness, (10) Glorious Nature, (11) Humility, (12) The Church, (13) Struggle, (14) Worship, (15) Joy.