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Francis of Rome and Francis of Assisi: A New Spring in the Church
By Boff, Leonardo
- ISBN
- 9781626980839
- Publisher
- Orbis
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Reviewed on June 1, 2014 | Arts and Humanities
In his latest work, theologian and former Franciscan Boff (ethics, Univ. of Rio de Janeiro; Jesus Christ Liberator; Ecology and Liberation) considers Pope Francis as leader and exemplar of the Catholic faith. In a series of brief, conversational chapters, the author finds much to be hopeful for in Pope Francis's attitude and actions. He praises the bishop of Rome for his life of (relative) voluntary simplicity and his attention to...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
