Saint Clare of Assisi
Why St. Francis Belongs on the Birdbath
Since his death, St. Francis of Assisi has been the subject of some of the world’s most admired works of art.
Clare and Francis: Assisi’s Most Dangerous Citizens
Sometimes we are so attracted to the saints for our own personal reasons that we fail to see how radical they were in their day. Clare and Francis are perfect examples.
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Sisterhood of Saints: Clare of Assisi
Louise de Marillac and Vincent de Paul. Paula and Jerome. Teresa of Avila and John of the Cross. It’s not unusual for women saints to have had non-romantic ministry. Much like Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi.
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St. Clare of Assisi: A Little Plant or a Mighty Oak?
East of the Piazza del Commune in Assisi, stands the Cathedral of San Rufino. Near the church and its adjacent piazza once stood the home of the nobleman and knight, Favarone Offreduccio and his wife, Ortulana.
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Radical Saint, Radical Faith: Clare of Assisi
She gave up a world of privilege for a world of poverty. Her profound faith is a model for us all.
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Meet the Franciscan Saints
The Franciscan tradition is filled with holy men and women, starting, of course, with Francis of Assisi.
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Chronology of the Life of St. Francis
The appeal of St. Francis remains undimmed almost eight centuries after his death. In looking at him, people have always been helped to see Christ.
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