Pope Francis lived the charism of his namesake, Saint Francis of Assisi

A quick prayer in honor of St. Francis of Assisi

God has already blessed you with his life and given you the gift of faith and faithfulness. Each time we begin anew, we enter a new phase of life intent on enriching our relationship with God.

It is impossible to capture Francis of Assisi in an analysis or a summary. Where grace is, there is mystery. But if, in a human way, we...

Most of the time when people speak of creation in October, it’s in reference to St. Francis of Assisi. He is, after all, the patron saint of ecology and animals, and October 4 marks his feast day.

Francis of Assisi’s “Prayer Before the Crucifix” does not start with “Woe is me” or some dark misery of the heart. Rather, it focuses on the glory and sublime beauty of God.