Tag: Assisi
In historic Assisi, pilgrims seek modern witness of holiness
For centuries, pilgrims came to Assisi to walk in the footsteps of a saint who preached to birds, embraced poverty and wandered the hills barefoot. But today, many arrive in search of a different model of holiness: that of a teenager in Nike sneakers who built websites and coded for Christ.
Assisi drew in record number of pilgrims in 2024
The number of pilgrims in the city of Assisi continues to rise every year. This is confirmed by the annual count carried out by the Basilica of St Francis. Last year, 4,483 people passed through the temple, where the saint is buried, which is 256 more than in 2023.
The St Francis 100 is a marathon in faith
The St Francis 100 is a 100-mile ultramarathon that aims to make a positive impact by helping raise funds for a medical clinic in Malawi.
Beatification of Carlos Acutis: Heaven is an ‘attainable goal’
Carlo showed the good side of internet. And we know that the light is stronger than the darkness
Body of Carlo Acutis venerated in Assisi
Teenager's body found 'not incorrupt' but will inspire many while on display before his beatification.
Pope Francis to sign encyclical in Assisi
Latest solemn document is largely inspired by Pope's hopes for a post-COVID world.
Voice of Assisi comes to Sydney
A slight Franciscan friar, whose powerful and prayerful voice prompted Pope Francis to have him open the Synod of Bishops for the Pan Amazon...
