Catholic Courier

St. Francis of Assisi: A saint for the environment

Earth Day is April 22, and in 1979, Pope St. John Paul II proclaimed St. Francis of Assisi the patron saint of the ...
National Catholic Register

The Door of Decision for St. Francis of Assisi

Tucked away in the Umbrian hills, the Italian town of Assisi is a haven of peace and tranquility. However, in late September and early October, the city drew public attention, hosting several ...

Brother Universe: 800 Years of St. Francis Through Art

In 2026, it will be eight hundred years since the death of St. Francis of Assisi. The desire to pay homage to the saint ...
National Catholic Register

Who Was St. Francis of Assisi? 12 Things to Know and Share

St. Francis is one of the most famous saints in Church history. He’s so significant that the current pope — Pope Francis — chose to take his name. Oct. 4 is his memorial day. But who was he, and what ...
Catholic Philly

Philly-Based Religious Orders Champion St. Francis in Jubilee Year

The Capuchin Franciscans and Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia live the beloved saint’s ministry and spirituality daily, ...
The Baltimore Sun

The bones of St. Francis are going on public display, a mixed blessing for Assisi

ASSISI, Italy (AP) — The bones of St. Francis of Assisi, the medieval friar who inspired Pope Francis and generations of Christians before him, are going on public display for the first time, giving ...
The Times-Tribune

Toyota of Scranton supports St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen

Toyota of Scranton is proud a Platinum Sponsor for the St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen 2026 Host for a Day Campaign. As many ...