The Hermitage of St. Francis is a little known sanctuary in Assisi that still preserves the spirit of St. Francis.

The pre-Renaissance painter’s fresco cycle depicting the life of the saint in Assisi, Italy, took an innovative, vibrant approach to celebrating the holy man. Skip to Main Content Explore Our Brands ...

He chose his name in honor of Saint Francis of Assisi, ... Francis performed the blessing from the same loggia where he was introduced to the world on March 13, 2013 as the 266th pope.