The Tomb of St. Francis of Assisi to Be Opened for the First Time in 800 Years
For the first time in eight centuries, the resting place of one of the Church’s most beloved saints will be…
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St. Francis of Assisi: The Saint Who Radiated Christ’s Poverty and Joy
Every age has its witnesses to Christ, and in the early 13th century, the Lord raised up one of the…
Italy Considers Restoring St. Francis’ Feast as a National Holiday
The feast of St. Francis of Assisi may soon return to Italy’s national calendar. Lawmakers in the Chamber of Deputies…