The Renunciation

John, a young prospector, is dying in the desert having lost his way and run out of water. He is rescued by Father Francisco, who takes him to the Mission where he is cared for and nursed ba... Read allJohn, a young prospector, is dying in the desert having lost his way and run out of water. He is rescued by Father Francisco, who takes him to the Mission where he is cared for and nursed back to health. Later, John leaves the Mission and after a month's searching, strikes gold. ... Read allJohn, a young prospector, is dying in the desert having lost his way and run out of water. He is rescued by Father Francisco, who takes him to the Mission where he is cared for and nursed back to health. Later, John leaves the Mission and after a month's searching, strikes gold. Deeply grateful to the monks for their kindness, he desires to become one of them himself;... Read all