St. Francis of Assisi

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Clare, the Undiminished Light

Clare's bereavement could hardly be equaled since for her, as for her sisters, Francis was “after God, her only consolation.”
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Clear and Precious and Beautiful

Clare was a guide for all who would follow Francis after his death.
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Cross of San Damiano

St. Francis: The Restorer of Churches

About three-quarters of a mile below Assisi stands the little convent of San Damiano.
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Flowing from the Divine Fountain

Francis and his spiritual companion Clare are lights in the world, illuminating not only Bonaventure’s path, but also showing the way to wholeness for us.
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In the Footsteps of Francis

Bonaventure walks in the footsteps of Francis just as Francis walked in the footsteps of Jesus.
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Healing Earth and Spirit

Despite their differences, Francis and Bonaventure shared a love of God and a common vision of Christ as the center of creation and goal of spiritual maturity.
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