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The founding of the Franciscan Order

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

From the founding of the Franciscan Order in medieval Umbria, Italy to how the modern-day order functions, Italy News Online looks at how St Francis changed many aspects of Chritiantity.

St Francis of Assisi at 800

January 18, 2026January 18, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

In 2026, Italy marks 800 years since the death of St Francis of Assisi. Few medieval figures still command such wide attention, yet Francis speaks across centuries because his ideas confront enduring human tensions. We only have to look at news articles to understand that wealth, power, violence, and humanity’s place in the natural world […]

Italy may restore St Francis holiday in 2026

September 18, 2025September 18, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy is set to reinstate 4 October as a national public holiday in honour of St Francis of Assisi, nearly 50 years after the date was removed from the calendar.