Holy Poverty
His friends ask him, “Are you thinking of marrying someone?” But Francis answers them figuratively.
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Animals Point Us to God
Francis treated animals kindly because they pointed toward God. Do you allow the animal stories about Francis to point you toward God?
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The Larks of Assisi
Francis had a special affection for larks; he considered their brown feathers a sign of their closeness to God, of their humility.
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The Living Prayer of St. Francis
Wind, water, fire, and earth are creation’s basic elements that work together to sustain life.
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Poor in Spirit, Rich in Faith
Regardless of our own financial situation, we all can be poor in spirit.
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As St. Francis Lay Dying
Francis knew he was dying. A doctor friend from Arezzo had come to visit him and told him that with God’s grace, all would be well.
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