Exposition Ends
The first public exposition of Saint Francis' mortal remains ended on March 22, 2026. That evening, the reinterment rite formally ended the month-long veneration in the lower church of the…
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Exposition Ends
Proclaiming the Beautiful
Franciscan Artists Ministry Then & Now Being Franciscan seems to open the eyes to the beauty all around us and to foster a creative spirit. Friars have been architects, writers,…
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Proclaiming the Beautiful
The community of the Seraphicum International College in Rome made a fraternal pilgrimage to Assisi to venerate St. Francis' Relics
A Mystical Journey
The remains of the body of St. Francis remain available for veneration in the lower church of the Basilica until March 22, 2026. It is projected that the number of…
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A Mystical Journey
Prayer for Peace in Every Land
In these difficult days around the world, many communities are suffering from war, displacement, hunger, injustice, and uncertainty. Saint Francis greeted every home with the blessing: “Peace to this house.”…
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Prayer for Peace in Every Land
The Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
On This Hill
On the occasion of the veneration of the mortal remains of Saint Francis, ongoing until March 22, 2026, the community of friars of the Sacred Convent presents the official video…
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On This Hill
Some Resources for Lent
Lent is a special season of preparation, a sign of how “creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the children of God.” Here are some resources as you…
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Some Resources for Lent