110-310 St. Francis Framed Art 10" x12"

St. Francis of Assisi — Brief Biography

St. Francis of Assisi (1181/1182–1226) is one of the most beloved saints in the Catholic Church, known for his radical embrace of poverty, humility, and joyful devotion to Christ. Born into a wealthy merchant family in Assisi, Italy, Francis experienced a profound conversion in his early twenties, renouncing his inheritance to live a life modeled entirely on the Gospel.

He founded the Order of Friars Minor (the Franciscans), emphasizing simplicity, peace, and care for the poor. His deep love for creation inspired his famous Canticle of the Creatures and earned him the title Patron Saint of Ecology. In 1224, he received the stigmata, becoming the first recorded person to bear the wounds of Christ.

St. Francis’ life of compassion, humility, and joyful service continues to inspire Christians around the world.

Feast Day: October 4

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