Brother Francis: The Barefoot Saint of Assisi

By: Augustine Institute, Dr. Tim Gray, Paul McCusker

Narrated by: Joseph Timms, Janie Dee, Owen Teale, Daniel Philpott, Geoffrey Palmer, Harry Lloyd, Theo Maggs, Elizabeth Counsell

If you think you know Francis of Assisi, you're in for a surprise.

Discover the astonishing life of Brother Francis, the fun-loving son of wealth and privilege who gave up everything for the sake of Christ.

As a young soldier, he encountered suffering. As a victim of war, he began a search for inner-meaning that would redirect his life. As a holy beggar, he embraced lepers, shook hands with the Pope, debated a sultan, and touched the lives of millions.

Now the power and passion of one of the world's most popular saints is captured in Brother Francis: The Barefoot Saint of Assisi, an exciting 10-part audio drama from the Augustine Institute Radio Theatre. Dozens of accomplished, award-winning actors bring characters to life, and cinematic sound and music will quicken the imagination. An unforgettable experience that will inspire your heart and stir your soul.

Joseph Timms as Francis
Janie Dee as Pica di Bernardone
Owen Teale as Pietro di Bernardone
Daniel Philpott as Angelo di Bernardone
Geoffrey Palmer as Signior Ferrante
Harry Lloyd as Bernardo
Theo Maggs as Turo
Elizabeth Counsell as Lady Belladucci
Peter Moreton as Sir Marius
Dominic Hecht as Leonardo
Richard O’Callaghan as Bishop Guido
Ian Cullen as Don Peter
David Oakley as The Jailer
Guy Siner as Bishop Giovanni
Julian Wadham as Pope Innocent III
Wendy Craig as Lady Jacoba
Stuart Pendred as Don Michelino
Christopher Leveaux as Peter Cataneo
Raffey Cassidy as Clare (The Younger)
Finty Williams as Clare (The Elder) / Branca
Brian Deacon as Favorone
Michael Haughey as Monaldo
Emma Flett as Sister Humiliana
Katie Foster-Barnes as Pacifica Favorone
Robert Benfield as Renaldo
Chris Emmett as Griso
Richard Everett as Brother Duccio
Martin O’Brien as Brother Illuminato
Simon Jones as Cardinal Pelagio
Raad Rawi as The Sultan
Philip Sherlock as Kadin
Mervyn Stutter as Duke Leopold
Nick Burnell as Saracen Commander
Simon Cassidy as German Guard
Philip Cumbus as Brother Elias
Jacob Fortune-Lloyd as Rufino
Tom Alexander as Brother Giles
Philip Bird as Renzo
Justin Butcher as Mercuzio
and David Suchet as The Voice

©2016 Augustine Institute (P)2016 Augustine Institute

Incredible!

This audiobook is incredible! A full cast theatre that really brings you into the life of Saint Francis of Assisi. I laughed, I cried and really got totally engrossed in the storytelling. It left me wanting to learn more about Saint Francis and wishing that the audiobook did not have to end. I think Radio Theatre really is the best term to describe this masterpiece because it is unlike any other audiobook I have listened too.

Great audio play

I enjoyed the performance quality & acting. I thought the story was a bit weak toward the end.

Captivating!!

the whole thing is just a treasure...wanted to learn about Francis and was utterly blown away by this unbelievable theatrical production...

Great

Wish these books could last longer, I just cant get enough of them! Good job!

Exceptional!

Thank you for this exceptional performance bringing the light and peace of Christ into our world through dear Brother Francis!

An amazing life well told

A captivating telling of a life I had never heard in its fullness. He was a leader in life not because of order and rules but because of his love for Christ and the work of Christ through him. Truly a man of God. The dramatic presentation was unmatched, incredibly well done.

Bravo! Very moving ...

The writers and cast are outstanding. Congratulations to all involved in the production for creating a masterpiece.

Fantastic

An absolutely wonderful performance by everyone who was involved. This has definitely ignited a huge new interest in Saint Francis for me. A great listen to help anyone who is feeling lost.

different!

Would you listen to Brother Francis: The Barefoot Saint of Assisi again? Why?

Don't think so, once was enough.

What did you like best about this story?

The passionate, emotional performances

Have you listened to any of the narrators’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This audiobook is unlike anything I've ever listened to before. It was like a radio play, with background sounds, music, and a large cast.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

emotional journey

Amazing

I found myself hoping this performance would go on and on. Brilliant and inspiring. A true work of spiritual mercy.