Saint Francis of Assisi in 2024

Today is the feast day of one of my favs, Francis of Assisi “Start by doing what is necessary, then what is possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” “The deeds you do may be the only sermon some persons will hear today” Show more

— Matthew Dowd (@matthewjdowd) October 4, 2024

On Oct. 4, Catholics celebrate the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the Italian friar who brought renewal to the Church through his decision to follow Jesus' words as literally as possible. https://bit.ly/3zLiAqC

— Catholic News Agency (@cnalive) October 4, 2024

On October 4, Catholics honor St. Francis of Assisi, Founder of the Franciscans. For more on the Franciscan spirituality as practiced by the friars and nuns at EWTN: https://franciscanmissionaries.com/charism-spirituality/…

— EWTN (@EWTN) October 4, 2024

Saint Francis of Assisi, pray for us! He was born in Assisi, Italy, in 1182 to a wealthy family. His father was a rich merchant, and as was customary, Francis was expected to take over the family business. He died on October 3, 1226, at only 44 years old. After living a life… Show more

— EWTN Vatican (@EWTNVatican) October 4, 2024

Today is the Memorial of Saint Francis of Assisi, Religious. Saint Francis of Assisi Ora Pro Nobis.

— Chicago Cop (@chicago_co37632) October 4, 2024

Today is the feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Francis came from a very wealthy family but as a young man, he left his family inheritance, embraced a life of poverty and lived in the most humble and simple manner. He founded the Franciscan Order devoted to the service of the poor. Show more

— Ugochukwu Ugwoke, ISch (@FrUgochukwu) October 4, 2024

St. Francis of Assisi (1226) Chosen by God to set an example for clergy and people of detachment from worldly wealth and honors, he founded the Order of Friars Minor and the Order of poor Clares. He received in his own body the marks of the Sacred Passion on Mount Alvernia. Show more

— Memento Mori (@TempusFugit4016) October 4, 2024