Francis of Assisi: Prophet of Peace and of Creation

Seminary:  Catholic University of America: School of Theology and Religious Studies

Location:   620 Michigan Ave., N.E. Washington, DC 20064

Course number:  TRS 356:

Instructor:  Rev. Dr. Regis Armstrong, O.F.M. Cap.

Website: https://trs.cua.edu/

Course Description

In the pursuit of peace and the preservation of the environment, Francis of Assisi is universally proposed as a patron, intercessor, and model. In addition to examining the life of Francis and the struggles of his times, this course will examine in depth the portrait of Francis written by St. Bonaventure, who understood Francis to be a model of every Christian called to be a1n instrument of peace and a catalyst in respecting creation.