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  2. 1 day ago · Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone (c. 1181 – 3 October 1226), known as Francis of Assisi, was an Italian mystic, poet, and Catholic friar who founded the religious order of the Franciscans. Inspired to lead a Christian life of poverty, he became a beggar and itinerant preacher.

  3. 3 days ago · Learn about the famous saint who founded the Franciscan order and embraced poverty and peace. Discover his early life, his conversion, his miracles, and his influence on Pope Francis and the Church.

  4. May 25, 2024 · On Oct. 4, Roman Catholics celebrate the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the Italian deacon who brought renewal to the Church through his decision to follow Jesus' words as literally as...

  5. May 24, 2024 · 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.

  6. May 26, 2024 · By eschewing possessions, Francis maintained that his voluntary poverty gave him freedom, freedom from owing anyone other than God, and thus giving him the complete freedom to serve God. We speak of the Four Pillars of Stewardship — Hospitality, Prayer, Formation and Service.

  7. May 23, 2024 · Saint Francis of Assisi, Religious. Memorial. “Great and glorious God, my Lord Jesus Christ! I implore Thee to enlighten me and to disperse the darkness of my soul. Give me true faith, firm hope, and perfect charity. Grant me, O Lord, to know Thee so well that in all things I may act by Thy light and in accordance with Thy holy will. Amen.” [1]

  8. May 11, 2024 · St. Francis of Assisi was an Italian friar (1182-1226). He secured the safety of pilgrims to Jerusalem, which was dangerous at the time, and stimulated its pilgrimages. He himself was known for his poverty and good conduct. He founded the Franciscan Order.

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