St. Francis of Assisi, the Patron Saint of Animals - Learn Religions
Jul 19, 2019 · St. Francis of Assisi (c. 1181–Oct. 3, 1226) is the Roman Catholic Church's patron saint of animals, merchants, and ecology. He abandoned a life of luxury after reportedly hearing the voice of God, who commanded him to rebuild the Christian church and to live in poverty.
Francis of Assisi - Wikipedia
Francis is the patron of animals and ecology. [78] As such, he is the patron saint of the Laudato Si' Movement, a network that promotes the Franciscan ecological paradigm as outlined in the encyclical Laudato Si'. [79]
St. Francis of Assisi - Saints & Angels - Catholic Online
Francis is considered the founder of all Franciscan orders and the patron saint of ecologists and merchants. Continue reading about St. Francis of Assisi ← St. Francis Xavier Bianchi
The Life of St. Francis of Assisi: Patron of Animals - TheCollector
Jan 30, 2024 · Saint Francis of Assisi is the patron saint of animals and the environment. He was also a lover of peace and worked hard to achieve it. The veneration of this man who lived a very simple life is more relevant today than ever, and his story is worth retelling.
St. Francis of Assisi – Feast Days, Prayers, Patronage ... - Hallow
St. Francis of Assisi is famous for his love of animals of all kinds. He once blessed a group of birds, and from that day on, often preached to the animals he encountered. He made friends with all sorts of animals, and even famously befriended a wolf who was threatening a town.
Saint Francis of Assisi - Church, Facts & Patron Saint - Biography
Apr 2, 2014 · Today, Saint Francis of Assisi is the patron saint for ecologists — a title honoring his boundless love for animals and nature.
Patron Saint of Pets and Nature – The Story Behind St. Francis of ...
May 25, 2020 · St. Francis dedicated himself to fulfilling the mission of Christ to preach the Gospel to all the world. He also has a storied reputation for being a friend to nature, leading to his becoming the patron saint of animals and nature. He saw God’s work in all mankind and all living creatures, as well as nature itself.
The Patron Saint of Animals and Ecology - Earth Day
Oct 6, 2016 · Born in 1181 in Italy, St. Francis is today celebrated as Patron Saint of Ecologists. Throughout most of his youth, he served as a soldier, but after a “conversion experience,” he renounced his family’s wealth and devote his life to God.
St. Francis of Assisi: Founder of the Friars Minor and Patron Saint …
Sep 30, 2024 · St. Francis of Assisi, born Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone in 1181, is one of the most beloved and influential saints in the history of the Catholic Church. He was born in Assisi, Italy, to Pietro di Bernardone, a wealthy cloth merchant, and his wife, Pica.
St. Francis of Assisi - My Catholic Life!
Jul 16, 2017 · Patron Saint of animals, ecologists, families, lacemakers, merchants, needleworkers, peace, and zoos Invoked against dying alone and fire Canonized by Pope Gregory IX on July 16, 1228