Darleen Pryds specializes in the Medieval Franciscan Tradition (Lay Franciscans and the Third Order, Lay Preaching, Mysticism) and the Spirituality of Dying and Death. Her focus on lay Franciscans has analyzed the tradition of lay preaching as a form of “Somatic Theology,” or theology expressed through lived experience.
Whether known by name---including figures such as Angela of Foligno and Margaret of Cortona—or known anonymously in the “background” of Franciscan narratives, the laity were important forgers of the tradition known today as “Franciscan.” This lecture opens space for lay people today to find their own place in this spiritual tradition.
The Story of Greccio and the Spirituality of Interdependence, by Dr. Darleen Pryds.
Dr. Darleen Pyrds on early lay Franciscan women. Given to the Franciscan Sisters in Philadelphia.
Dr. Darleen Pyrds on Margaret of Cortona. Given to the Franciscan Sisters in Philadelphia
To foster faith sharing among the Franciscan family and engagement with our Franciscan intellectual-spiritual tradition, CFIT has developed a series of short videos for use during Advent.
