The little poor man of Assisi

Mark Oakley, Dean of Southwark. Good morning. Recently I was on an ecumenical pilgrimage to the beautiful city of Assisi in Italy’s Umbrian hills. It is of course the city of St Francis who died 800 ...
National Catholic Register

5 of the Most Memorable Prayers of Pope Francis’ Pontificate

Pope Francis’ pontificate spanned 12 years and numerous major global events — including international gatherings, the COVID-19 crisis, and the Synod on Synodality — that saw him delivering prayers ...
USA Today

Pope Francis' passion for prayer inspired many others

Personal stories emerging this week in the wake of the many tributes to Pope Francis reflect the impact of individual prayers and blessings the pontiff shared around the world, whether he was talking ...
Los Angeles Times

In Italy, the bones of St. Francis are going on public display, a mixed blessing for Assisi

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. St. Francis’ bones are publicly displayed in Assisi for the first time, attracting pilgrims to commemorate the ...