Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed a “Special Year of St. Francis” to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the saint’s death. During ...

Pope Leo renews Assisi by changing the bishop in the city symbolizing peace in the world. As he announced two months ago in ...

The story of St. Francis of Assisi teaches us that conversion is lifelong, dynamic and ongoing. He was an ordinary Christian ...

Perhaps one of the most famous prophecies of Christianity is the one that was never made, in which we are told that in the New Covenant, the lion would lie down with the lamb. Jesus himself never ...

The relics of St. Francis of Assisi, one of the most beloved saints in history, will be put on display in Italy next year. Vatican News, the official outlet of the Vatican, reported the news on Oct. 4 ...

The beloved Italian saint was honored as the Rule of St. Francis and the creation of the Nativity scene in Greccio were commemorated. The faithful gather to celebrate the feast of St. Francis of ...

There is a famous story about St. Francis of Assisi that takes place early in his experience of ongoing conversion to live a more committed Christian life. According to those friars who knew St.

Francis of Assisi's enduring relevance stems from his practical spiritual vision, emphasizing humility, compassion, and ...

Saint Francis of Assisi, an important figure in the Roman Catholic Church, was born into a life of wealth and luxury but traded that for a life of poverty. The exchange was made after he reportedly ...

ROANOKE, Va. – Angels of Assisi has announced it will start moving to its new facility at 725 Franklin Road SW on Friday, Aug. 8! The adoption center will be closed Friday through Sunday for staff ...