The 2nd film in our Fall Film Fest emphasizes the virtues of prayer and simplicity as reflected in the life of Francis of Assisi. Come for worship @ 5pm and the film @ 7pm which includes free snacks, hot drinks, and simultaneous children's videos in another room. Bring a friend to talk about these questions for reflection:
Francis often quotes the words of Jesus, especially passages about wealth and sacrifice (Matthew 6:19-21,24-33 ; Matthew 19:29 ). What other Scriptures are cited in the film?
How does prayer and a life of simplicity apply in Francis' life? How does it apply in yours?
Giocondo fears he won't be able to keep the vow of chastity, saying repeatedly, "God forgive me, a miserable sinner," adding that he'd "gladly face eternal damnation for one moment of love." How would you have responded? How does Francis respond?
Various characters have a change of heart toward Francis, including several of his companions and two of the churchmen he comes in contact with. Are these "conversions" convincing?
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Happily married to my high school sweetheart Jackie for 16 years, I have two children. Joshua is 13 and Lydia is 10 years old. Years ago someone asked them what their daddy did for a job and they said, "He talks about Jesus on stage and shows people that God loves them like crazy!!!" I still do.
The 2nd film in our Fall Film Fest emphasizes the virtues of prayer and simplicity as reflected in the life of Francis of Assisi. Come for worship @ 5pm and the film @ 7pm which includes free snacks, hot drinks, and simultaneous children's videos in another room. Bring a friend to talk about these questions for reflection:
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