A relic of Carlo Acutis, who will be canonized as the Catholic Church’s first millennial saint, was venerated at St. Florian ...

Saint Francis of Assisi made many contributions to Christianity. Each year on October 4, many Catholic churches celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi.

Friar Marco recalled the first visit of Pope Francis to Assisi in 2013, when he was first elected pope. “Since that Oct. 4, 2013, first trip to Assisi, the world has changed.

Nevertheless, St. Francis maintains his joy and love of the Lord as he begins his new life of detachment, not only from material goods, but also from having a reliable family.

St. Francis of Assisi, born Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone around 1181 or 1182 in Assisi, Italy, is a prominent figure among Catholics. He was a renowned Italian mystic and poet who renounced ...

The All-Class Reunion, set for April 20, 2024 in the school gym, will begin with a celebration of Mass at 4 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner at 5 p.m. Attendees must be 21, as it is a BYOB event. … ...

The scene in St. Peter’s Square depicts not only Mary and Joseph standing beside the manager, but also St. Francis of Assisi and others. Sunday, July 20, 2025. A service of EWTN News.

In celebration of the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, known for his love of all of God’s creatures, 25 church communities around Maine will hold Blessing of the Animals prayer services over ...

St. Francis of Assisi Church in Norristown is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a mass on June 11, 2023. (Times Herald Photo) ...

CNA Staff, Oct 4, 2023 / 17:06 pm. On the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the faithful gathered at the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, Italy, to honor the beloved Italian saint and celebrate ...