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Chasing Francis

By: Ian Morgan Cron
Narrated by: Ian Morgan Cron
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Chase Falson has lost his faith – and he did it right in front of the congregation at this mega church. Now the elders want him to take some time away: far away. So Chase crosses the Atlantic to visit his uncle, a Franciscan priest, where he encounters the life and teachings of Francis of Assisi and rediscovers his ancient faith. Follow Chase’s spiritual journey in the footsteps of Francis, and then begin one of your own through the pilgrim’s guide included in this audio book. Come discover Francis, the first postmodern Christian.

©2006 Ian M Cron (P)2011 Oasis

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Good discussion on Francis, a little idealistic.

What did you like best about Chasing Francis? What did you like least?

I really like the honesty in the central character as he relates to some of the modern churches stigmas, but likewise I disliked how much he presented the evangelical church as so far gone, while idealized the Catholic guys in the process. I know he had a point to make, but it feels so "setup" that it loses some authenticity.

Has Chasing Francis turned you off from other books in this genre?

No.

What three words best describe Ian Morgan Cron’s voice?

Slow, honest, normal.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

No

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Amazing!! Inspiring! Challenging!

I highly recommend this convicting read and I hope that you will take to the Journey, go with Francis and find Jesus for the first time, again.

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Beautiful and radical vision for the Church

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This book presents a desperately needed radical vision of both personal and corporate pursuit of God. It was well written and well narrated. It is a call for Christians to truly live out what we believe, as Francis did. While presenting a critique of the contemporary church it reminds us never to judge the Church or churches. It presents a challenge to truly live out the Sermon on the Mount with our money, priorities, peacemaking, and accepting. I believe it rightly critiques the involvement of Christians in political movements. It concludes with a challenge to be the kind of people and churches that can say to the world around us, "Come and see." Come and see a foretaste of what the Kingdom of God is like.

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Great story, but poor performance

It sounded like it was recorded in a bathroom, but the story kept me listening.

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Refreshing and life changing

This is an amazing book and if your heart is open will really impact your life.

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Good Book for the Heart

I loved this book! I often got caught up in it as if it were a memoir. The story and characters were great, and I appreciated the spiritual and faith themes. I am better for listening to this book!

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Worth a reread!

Loved it! Can't wait to go do more research on St. Francis now. I think we may be using it for a book study soon.

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Authentic, creative and entertaining!

I have been a fan of Ian’s since “Road Back To You” and I thought that was his first book. Of course I love all of his Enneagram work , but this is definitely another side to Ian as an author.

Chasing Francis is so creative, and entertaining. I love Maggie and I think everyone needs a friend like her!

I love the authenticity expressed in the lines of the book, it really shows the true workings of traditional church.

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MUST HEAR

Wonderful story. will make you think and take account of your life. i have read it at least twice. you will enjoy it from start to finish

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This is a book you will read and read again

I loved this book. It's great that Ian Cron also narrated it as he heart shines through the words so beautifully.

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