"I have great respect for Dr. Bruce Epperly and, like millions of others, profound love for St. Francis. What a gift to have Bruce Epperly's reflections on this great saint whose example is needed now more than ever! --Brian D. McLaren, author of Faith After Doubt

"A beautifully written account of a theologian's spiritual journey with the beloved saint. Each chapter moves us, step-by-step, a little closer to the heart of Francis, while offering a transforming vision of mystical activism for our time." --Patricia Adams Farmer, author of Beauty and Process Theology

"Discover the face of Christ on this word-journey through Assisi with Bruce Epperly. He traverses the landscape, shares snapshots of his childhood in dialogue with the life and spiritual development of St. Francis, and offers spiritual practices that call us to greater reflection and activism." --Rev. Dr. Charlene Zuill, Spiritual Life Coordinator Boston University School of Theology

"Details of St Francis's teaching and exemplary life are compellingly and creatively integrated with personal reflections from the author's own spiritual journey, along with offering contemplative practices to ground one's own social justice work. The energy to continue working for environmental justice is grounded in the spiritual exercises he shares with the reader."--Jay Terbush, Pilgrimage Guide and Intentional Interim Minister, United Church of Christ