Who is James-Francis Twyman
NY Times Bestselling author, Peace Troubadour, and Franciscan Priest
James F. Twyman is a New York Times bestselling author, spiritual teacher, and internationally recognized peace activist. He has written 24 books, including The Moses Code and The Barn Dance, with his works translated into 24 languages and over 500,000 copies sold worldwide.
Known as the Peace Troubadour, James has traveled to war-torn regions to perform concerts for peace, setting the prayers of the world's major religions to music. His global peace initiatives have had a profound impact, including an historic synchronized peace meditation in 1998, which took place while he was performing in Baghdad at the invitation of Saddam Hussein. Millions around the world joined in, and three days later, negotiations helped avert a potential conflict. He has since led peace efforts in Belfast, South Africa, Israel, and other regions experiencing political strife.
As a musician, James has released 22 recordings, including the Billboard #1 bestseller I Am Wishes Fulfilled in collaboration with Dr. Wayne Dyer. As a filmmaker, he has directed and/or produced seven feature films, including the award-winning Redwood Highway.
Beyond his artistic and activist work, James is an Episcopal priest and a Franciscan friar within The Community of Francis and Clare, a canonically recognized religious order in the Anglican tradition. In 2017, he founded Namaste Village, an interfaith spiritual community in Ajijic, Mexico. With 45 homes and apartments, Namaste Village has become one of the world's most successful and fastest-growing spiritual communities.
James’ latest book, I Don't Know, Maybe, I Love You: How to Depolarize Your Family, Business, Country, and the World, is more than just a book—it’s a movement. Addressing the urgent crisis of societal polarization, James aims to mobilize millions of people as depolarizing agents, healing divisions in families, workplaces, and beyond.
With an unwavering commitment to global peace and spiritual awakening, James F. Twyman continues to inspire individuals and communities worldwide.
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