FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today.
About this Event
Organised by the Canterbury Franciscan Solitude Group - an ecumencial Christian group which values the virtues of quiet solitude in fraternity, as practiced by St Francis.
Two talks on Franciscan themes, a time for quiet reflection, Mass in honour of the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis.
Plenty of Franciscan fraternity
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Arrive, register, refreshements
Info: Arrive in the church hall on the first floor in Canterbury Lane. There is a lift for those with mobility issues.
🕑: 10:30 AM - 10:40 AM
Welcome and a little about the Solitude Group
🕑: 10:40 AM - 11:40 AM
Francis and Mary - St Francis and Marian Spirituality'
Host: Sister Clare Knowles FMSL
Info: Keynote address focussing on how St Francis' view of the Blessed Virgin Mary influenced his life's work of service to the poor and marginalised. There will be time for Q&A.
🕑: 11:40 AM - 12:00 PM
Get ready for Mass
🕑: 12:00 AM - 12:45 PM
Mass in honour of St Francis in St Thomas's Church
Host: Rev Canon Anthony Charlton
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch and Fraternity
Info: Bring your own picnic lunch:- tea and coffee available
🕑: 01:30 PM - 02:10 PM
Reflection on 'The 33 Praises of God' - prayer of St Francis
Info: Time to have a short experience of Franciscan Solitude as you reflect on this prayer of St Francis. Both the Church and the Church Hall are available for this time.
🕑: 02:10 PM - 02:30 PM
Sharing on 'The 33 Praises of God'
Info: Gather in small groups to share your insights from your meditation.
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Francis the Peacemaker
Host: Helen Nattrass
Info: Helen Nattrass looks at Francis's initiatives for peace both at home in Assisi and internationally, as he sought to intervene and mediate for peace in the 5th Crusade with the muslim leader Sheik Al Kamil.
🕑: 03:00 PM
Closing prayer and finish
Info: tea and coffee available for anyone who wishes to engage in a bit more fraternity
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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