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  1. Saint Francis of Assisi, founder of the Franciscan orders of the Friars Minor, the women’s Order of St. Clare, and the lay Third Order. He was a leader of the movement of evangelical poverty in the early 13th century and is one of the most venerated religious figures of Roman Catholicism.

  2. Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about the life and legacy of Saint Francis of Assisi, the founder of the Franciscan order and the patron saint of ecologists and animals. Discover how he went from a life of luxury to a life of poverty and devotion after hearing the voice of Christ.

  3. 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.

  4. Learn about the life and legacy of St Francis of Assisi, a unique spiritual personality who founded the Franciscan order and embraced poverty and humility. Discover his vision, miracles, writings and influence on Christianity and the environment.

  5. Jul 19, 2019 · Learn about the life and ministry of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and ecology. Discover how he heard God's voice, renounced his wealth, and performed miracles for people and animals.

  6. Saints & Angels. Facts. Feastday: October 4. Patron: of Animals, Merchants & Ecology. Birth: 1181. Death: 1226. Author and Publisher - Catholic Online. Printable PDF of St. Francis of Assisi. Shop St. Francis of Assisi. Founder of the Franciscan Order, born at Assisi in Umbria, in 1181.

  7. Jun 8, 2018 · Francis of Assisi Born: c. 1182Assisi, Umbria, ItalyDied: October 1226Assisi, Umbria, Italy Italian religious leader The Italian religious leader St. Francis of Assisi founded the religious order known as the Franciscans. He became renowned for his love, simplicity, and practice of poverty.

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