The Gray Friars of Canning Town by Simon Roberts. First impression (2017) of this small Cafe Royal paperback edition in new condition. Edition of 150. Signed by Simon Roberts to cover. No markings. This is a new book. Please see pictures. PayPal accepted, any questions please get in touch.
About The Gray Friars of Canning Town
The “Gray Friars” are Franciscan monks – members of a breakaway group of Capuchin Franciscans who wanted to return to the radical lifestyles of their predecessors. Their sole desire is to recapture the original spirit of St Francis by seeking out areas of poverty, by living in simplicity with the poor and attempting to renew and revitalise communities. On June 1st 2000, six of these young American monks arrived in Canning Town, East London, from their home in the Bronx, USA.
Father Richard (34), and Brothers John Paul (37), Nicholas (39), Peter (28), Sean Christopher (26) and Sylvester (32) chose to live in Canning Town in order to fulfil their calling. Their intention: to minister to the community of England’s poorest borough. Thirty eight per cent of the population of Canning Town are living on state benefits and the area is widely regarded as the epitome of contemporary British poverty. On the edge of prosperous London, the area is a crucible of social disintegration, diversity and resilience. The lack of employment and retraining opportunities has led to economic depression, which is accompanied by social frustration and apathy.
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