Franciscan Saints
The Wolf of Gubbio, the Wolf Within
When you understand, you can be understood. The story of Francis and the wolf of Gubbio, whether it happened or not, reminds us of that.
7 Key Moments in the Life of St. Francis
These events in St. Francis’ life brought him closer to Christ.
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St. Francis of Assisi: The Ultimate Disciple
In poverty, Francis of Assisi found the greatest of riches.
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Novena to St. Francis | Day Nine: Death
In Francis’ final gift of poverty, he returned his mortal body to dust what was dust and to God what was God’s.
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Novena to St. Francis | Day Eight: Joy
Some of the same challenges that Francis knew in his lifetime are facing all of us today: division, disease, and war.
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Novena to St. Francis | Day Seven: Love
In the “Canticle,” Francis expresses a way of life, an inner attitude in which he learned to stand before God and to face life itself.
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Novena to St. Francis | Day Six: Peace
Though he probably didn’t write it, the Peace Prayer attributed to St. Francis captures much of his spirit. He spent time and energy being an “instrument of peace.”
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