St. Francis is one of the most profound mystics and beloved saints of all time.
He embraced the life of poverty to live like Jesus, founding the Franciscan order.
A popular image is of him with many animals surrounding him. Animals were magically drawn to him and felt a deep connection.
The most memorable prayer is the prayer of St Francis, which begins: “Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy…..