‘The Little Church’ is a song by Donovan who wrote the music for the film ‘Brother Sun, Sister Moon’ by Franco Zeffirelli which is about St. Francis of Assisi.
I had seen a video of ‘Black Beauty’ in a shop called ‘Past Times’ in Loughton and having bought it I was reminded of Judi Bowker who was the original girl in the series. I had forgotten how much I loved ‘Black Beauty’ from the sweeping music and opening shots and that as a child we had watched the show on a Sunday afternoon when we were round at my Granny’s. While reading about the series I discovered that Judi had left the series to go and make a film with Italian director Franco Zeferelli, which was described (in the article) as an greatly inspiring movie as well as a visual masterpiece and so I knew I had to see it.
I watched the film on video and I must admit that it is beautifully shot and a truly inspirational story about Francis who ‘dropped’ out of the main steam church to lead a simple life and do his own thing. I liked Donovan from the days of ‘Mellow Yellow’ as well and so bought some of the songs and have them on my ipod.
This is my favourite song from the film and has a simple message…`Take your time, go slowly, lay the foundations properly and your building will be strong’
For the Lord said ‘In Strength will I establish this my house!’
Now listen to the song….
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