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3 days ago · Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone ( c. 1181 – 3 October 1226), known as Francis of Assisi, [b] was an Italian mystic, poet and Catholic friar who founded the religious order of the Franciscans. He was inspired to lead a Christian life of poverty as a beggar [7] and itinerant preacher.
3 days ago · St. Francis is one of the most famous saints in Church history. He’s so significant that the current pope — Pope Francis — chose to take his name. Oct. 4 is his memorial day. But who was he, and what did he do? Here are 12 things to know and share… 1) When did St. Francis live? He was born in 1181 or 1182 (we’re not sure), and he died ...
May 14, 2024 · St. Francis of Assisi (1181-1226) is one of the most venerated saints in the Catholic Church. His vision of preaching the Crucified Christ to others has inspired countless followers throughout the centuries. While much has been written on the Poverello, there are still many lessons that can be learned from him.
2 days ago · Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi. On May 25th we celebrate the Feast of the Dedication of the Basilica of Saint Francis, the church of the Order of Friars Minor. It was 17 July 1228, the day after the canonization of St. Francis, that Pope Gregory IX laid the foundation stone for the basilica.
3 days ago · St. Francis was born in central Italy in the 12th century. The son of a wealthy merchant, his early life was indulgent and frivolous. At age 20, he seemed set for a military career until a series of visions redirected his course. While praying in front of a crucifix at the Church of St. Damian, St. Francis heard Christ tell him to “go and ...
5 days ago · |. 2 - 3 - 4 OCTOBER, Feast of San Francesco of Assisi. National celebration in honour of Saint Francis, the Patron Saint of Italy - Religious services in the Basilica of San Francesco and the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli.
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4 days ago · More than eight hundred years after his birth, the figure of St Francis of Assisi is still capable of speaking eloquently to the heart of the 21st century man, as he is not only one of the best-loved saints by those of the Roman Catholic faith, but also a figure highly appreciated on an ecumenical level by the Orthodox and Protestant reformist c...
