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ST. FRANCIS...and the Animals!
This article is about St. Francis, and his love for animals and creation as a path to holiness.
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St. Francis of Assisi
St. Francis of Assisi is famous for his special way with animals. Review a few of the legends and use the links for more indepth research about the Patron Saint of Ecology. St. Francis, pray for us.
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Art and St. Francis
The well-loved saint as depicted by various painters, including Caravaggio and El Greco.
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St Francis of Assisi (1182- 1226)
St Francis spent an unruly youth but then devoted his life to God following a dream and is now known as the most loved patron saint of animals, environment and Italy.
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Wildscaping humor
A little light-hearted story about the impact of the suburbanite lifestyle on the environment
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Do Animals Have Souls?
The controversial question continues to be asked, however I believe I will see my beloved pets again someday.
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Explore Italy - Umbria Asisi and St. Francis
Umbrian attractions include the tomb of St. Francis in Assisi
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St. Francis of Assisi's Cross
Each person in the cross depicts a character from the Gospel. They 'speak' through their gestures. The cross is an example of how to 'read' an icon.
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St. Francis of Assisi's Icon
As well as the major figures of Jesus, his mother Mary and others, the Cross of San Damiano contains many symbols in the forms of people, their dress and colors.
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St. Francis of Assisi's Tau Cross
St. Francis of Assisi chose the tau cross as his standard. It is the shape of the real cross, draws from Ezekiel, reminds friars of commitment and is a symbol of Jesus.
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Central Oregon Resorts and Lodging in Bend
Enjoy Bend's 300 days of sunshine in style by staying at one of its relaxing resorts: Sunriver, The Riverhouse, Seventh Mountain and McMenamins Old St. Francis School.
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Multiplication of Food in Lives of the Saints
Although the multiplication of food in the Gospels is well known, it is a lesser known mystery that many Catholic saints were able to produce similar miracles.
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Angels we have heard on high -- conclusion
Final portion of a consideration of music appropriate to the holidays.
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Dominican/Franciscan divergence in Art

Franciscans, Dominicans and their Art: Part I, Comparing the Spirit of the Orders
Franciscan, Dominican, Art Medieval, Catholic, Iconography, Symbolism, Cult
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Italy’s Living Nativity Scenes
Throughout Italy, the holidays are observed with scenes of the first Christmas, but in some towns living people replace statues and the scene takes on a life of its own.
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My First Sailing Race
Having sailed for years in Hawaii, I thought competing in a sailing race would be a breeze...boy, was I wrong!
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Thoreau in the Fields
Thoreau was more than some "American Híndu". He was the living embodiment of America's spiritual-intellectual inheritance. We need more like him.
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Through WEED COLORED glasses
You stay, You go. On WHAT do we base these decisions??
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Flower Stories
story of Leucothoe and Clytie found in Ovid's Metamorphoses with links for full-text and pictures for herbs. Flower stories that appear in myths and related to children's stories: dandelion, marigold, violet, fetterbush, heather, sunflower
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Italy's Christmas Nativity Scenes
Nearly every Italian town has a presepio, often of life-sized crèche figures that retell the night in Bethlehem. Some of the best are in Greccio, Rome, Naples and Verona.
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Pet Rescue from 911
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Santa Fe's Missions and Churches
Santa Fe is known for its beautiful art and architecture. Some fine examples can be found in its historic Spanish missions and churches, along with fascinating legends.
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Who Is the Patron Saint Of....
The list of patron saints is bigger than you think! Patron Saints of countries, occupations, illnesses, of everything. Here are some of the stranger patron saints.
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Renaissance Paintings of Christ on the Cross
The Late Medieval period in Florence, Italy spawned numerous paintings of Crucifixes. In the Renaissance, the style of crucifixes evolved with changing ideals.
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Riverside, California's Historic Mission Inn
Stunning, ornate, legendary - the St. Francis Chapel at Riverside, California's Historic Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is a monument to its visionary: Frank Augustus Miller.
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San Francisco Cocktail Bars
Visitors to San Francisco can follow a historic route of bars and soak up turn-of-the-last-century ambiance over classic cocktails.
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Susanna Johnson's Captivity
Indian raids for the rural, northeastern areas of the 13 colonies, circa 1750, were common. Some captives survived them. Susanna Johnson was one such survivor.
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How Jesus Foresaw His Crucifixion
Jesus needed no divine knowledge to realize his end would be the cross. He was threatened from the start, and he knew his disturbance in the temple would seal his fate.
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Must See Places of Northern/Central Italy
Planning a trip to Italy can be difficult if you are unsure of where to visit. This article gives some insight to some must places of the Italian peninsula.
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San Francisco's Grace Cathedral
With its stone labyrinths and towering spires, Grace Cathedral welcomes visitors from around the world to pray, view art, listen to music, and savor the serenity.
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St Elizabeth of Hungary/Queen of the People
The "greatest woman of the German Middle Ages," St Elizabeth was canonized by Pope Gregory IX in 1235. Her works included building hospitals and giving alms to the poor.
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Every Day a Jubilee
As New Years day, 2002, approaches, the author remembers the Millennium celebration that he and his wife, Joyce, attended at the Franciscan Renewal Center in Portland Oregon. He remembers the presentation of the principles of Jubilee, an ancient Hebrew custom celebrated every 50 years and its relevance to modern life
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Book Review - The Testament
Braverman "Bravo" Shaw always knew that his father had secrets, but it is not until Dexter Shaw's death that his son learns of their magnitude.
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Earth Day: Renew Our Home
Let us take care of our earth. It's our home. Our home needs to be nurtured, protected, and perserved. Plant a tree. Recycle.
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Germany Celebrates St. Elizabeth
An exhibit honoring the 800th anniversary of the birth of St. Elizabeth of Thuringia will be held at Wartburg Castle near Eisenach, Germany in 2007.
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Giuseppe Tartini
Profile of Giuseppe Tartini, a late Baroque and early Classical composer. He was a foremost Italian instrumental musician.
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Pope condemns violent animation
Pope Benedict XVI marks World Communications Day by speaking out against violence and the trivilization of sex in animated films and video games.
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The Violet Flame
The Violet Flame has become one of the most effective meditations in New Age thinking today. This article explores its roots and how it can help you.
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"Aw Rats."
This article tells of the danger of not cleaning off the tops of soda cans
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A Tribute to Rich Mullins . . .
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Artist Sir Stanley Spencer
Spencer's works range from uniquely brilliant religious themes to lush florals and landscapes to intense realism.
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Arundinaria Gigantea and Tecta
River cane, also known as giant cane or switch cane, is the only member of the bamboo family native to the United States.
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Cadiz: Spain’s Riviera Cruise Port
Cruise passengers can choose a shore excursion to Seville or enjoy the shopping, restaurants, beaches, famous paintings and winding old streets in Cadiz.
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Dr Cyril H.Wecht and the Assassination of JFK
Controversial Dr Cyril H Wecht has been one of America's most high profile forensic pathologists since he testified in the JFK shooting. Today he is still in the news.
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Free in the Italian Lakes
On a budget? Stretch those shrinking dollars in northern Italy by visiting free attractions and find everything from cutting-edge Italian design to dinosaur tracks.
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Hotel Argent: Mo' POSH in SoMa
Posh hotel on South Market Street, San Francisco,Posh hotel on South Market Street, San Francisco
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Lake Orta, Northern Italy’s Secret
Medieval towns and a 4th-century saint meet edgy 21st-century Italian design and luxury lodgings, at a little-known lake in the Piedmont, just west of Lake Maggiore.
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Luxury Hotel Deals Website
A new website features exclusive deals for luxury hotels and resorts in the US. With 700 hotels and counting, it's worth looking into before you book your next vacation.
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Medieval Religious Art as Education
The art of the Middle Ages was subordinated to the Christian experience on an everyday level and helped to educate illiterate peasants about their faith and cosmology.
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