Walk With Saint Francis

Walking in the Footsteps of a Saint: The Miracles and Poetry of Saint Francis of Assisi - Through stories and songs journey back to the dawn of the Renaissance, to the Umbrian Valley of medieval Italy. Storyteller Brian "Fox" Ellis retraces the life of this blessed little poor man. From the miracle of his conversion to his rebuilding of the church, Fox shares the joys and struggles of one of history’s most influential leaders. Fox dons a monk's robe and steps into the character of Saint Francis' so the audience can have a personal encounter through story and song. Focusing on the stories embodied in the art within our sculpture garden, Fox will emphasize the saint's love of nature and ecological philosophies, his work for the poor, social mission and struggles for peace, and his impact on the history of the Western world, art, history and literature. Few have had such a profound influence as this patron saint of saints. Fox traveled to Assisi, Italy to research this performance, has performed in Assisi, Italy, Bogota, Colombia, and more than a few dozen United States. He is also the author of biography of Francis, based on this performance.

This unique opportunity will take place on Tuesday, July 2 at 3 pm at the woodland setting of the Saint Francis Sculpture Garden West of the campus of Marywood at 2023 E. Fulton. This real life history experience is free and open to all.

Contact Mic Carlson at 616-443-0376 for more information or Tom Heitz at 616-291-8340 or visit saintfrancissculpturegarden.org.