St. Clare’s Canticle

Murray Bodo, OFM, and Susan Saint Sing August 16, 2024

Clare’s love song came out of her own sufferings.

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Clare, the Undiminished Light

Margaret Carney, OSF August 3, 2024

Clare’s bereavement could hardly be equaled since for her, as for her sisters, Francis was “after God, her only consolation.”

Celebrating Clare

Christopher July 18, 2024

Find a Deeper Relationship with Saint Clare! The feast day of Saint Clare of Assisi is August 11. We can continue to celebrate her life

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Francis and Clare: Where the Tradition Begins

Sr. Rosemary Stets, OSF December 8, 2023

The genius of Francis and Clare’s spirituality was their recognition that the Gospels could and should be lived by every person.

Advent 2023: Daily Reflections with Saint Clare

Christopher November 21, 2023

Advent with Saint Clare: Daily Email Experience This Advent, let Saint Clare of Assisi be your companion. Experience Clare each day conveniently on your phone,

Catholics appeal for help as Biden declares Maui’s deadly fires a federal emergency

OSV News August 11, 2023

HONOLULU (OSV News) — Catholic Charities Hawai’i in the Honolulu Diocese has appealed for donations to help the agency meet the housing, food and other

St. Clare of Assisi is depicted in a modern painting by Stephen B Whatley, an expressionist artist based in London. During a Lenten service, St. Clare heard St. Francis preach. She was so moved by his words, she asked him to show her how to live the Gospel more fully. She was only 18, but she left the security of her home, cut off her hair and joined the convent. (CNS/Stephen B Whatley)

Honoring St. Clare of Assisi

Jack Wintz, OFM August 11, 2023

The daughter of a noble family, Clare of Assisi was known for her deep spirituality and love for the poor. Her heart was attracted to the radical way of life preached by St. Francis.