(Second Life of St. Francis of Assisi, Thomas of Celano)
The above words were spoken by Saint Francis to his brother friars, as he was on his death bed. He was encouraging his brothers not to just imitate him, but to learn from him, and the example of his life. It was a life of being totally open to Jesus Christ, following in the footsteps of Christ, being inspired by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. From that inspiration, they will learn what is the will of God for themselves, how they are to proclaim the Good News, in words and deeds.
The same is true for us. During this feast day, it is not enough just to visit a Franciscan shrine, or to read a biography of St. Francis. We must learn from St. Francis, and become open to the power of the Holy Spirit, and live the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
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