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Guestsplaining: Thomas Griffin on St. Francis of Assisi

Jan 27, 2025

Thomas Griffin, an author and educator specializing in St. Francis of Assisi, joins the conversation to explore the saint's radical approach to holiness. They discuss St. Francis's unique concept of giving all to Jesus and the transformative power of personal conversion. The dialogue touches on whether Generation Z is becoming more engaged in spirituality, especially in all-boys high school settings. Griffin's insights invite listeners to reflect on faith, commitment, and how to renew religious life in modern times.

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Quick takeaways

St. Francis of Assisi's approach to holiness emphasizes a heart alignment with Christ, transcending mere rule-following in faith.

The growing religious interest among Gen Z is cultivated through authentic, engaging spiritual experiences that foster genuine connections to faith.

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The Radical Call of St. Francis

St. Francis of Assisi exemplifies a radical commitment to living out one’s faith through profound personal conversion. His life illustrates that true holiness is not about adhering to a set of rules but rather about allowing one's heart to align with Christ's heart. This transformation often begins with acknowledging one’s brokenness and seeking forgiveness, as seen in the author’s personal reflections connected to his own marriage. Ultimately, the premise is that if individuals dedicate themselves to their personal journeys of faith, this can lead to a broader renewal of the world.

Intro

4min

Radical Holiness: The Life of St. Francis

11min

Reviving Faith: Engaging Generation Z Males in Spirituality

5min

Captivating Commitment: The Challenge of Faith in Campus Ministry

4min

Faith, Personal Experience, and Evangelization in Catholic Life

3min

Author and teacher Thomas Griffin joins Fr. Patrick and Fr. Gregory on this week's episode of Guestsplaining to talk about St. Francis of Assisi. They discuss giving all to Jesus, how St. Francis was 'nuts', and what holiness really is. Is Gen Z getting more religious?

For Thomas' book, "Let us Begin: St. Francis' Way of Becoming Like Christ and Renewing the World" can be found here: https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/let-us-begin-saint-francis-s-way-of-becoming-like-christ-and-renewing-the-world?ga_ref_list_id=undefinedga_ref_list_name=Search%20

Results For more of Thomas' projects, see here: emptytombproject.org

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