The relics of St. Francis of Assisi, probably the most beloved saints in historical past, shall be placed on show in Italy subsequent yr.
The relics shall be on show on the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi from Feb. 22 to March 22, 2026, throughout which period Francis’ physique “will be moved from its tomb in the crypt and placed at the foot of the papal altar in the lower church of the basilica,” the outlet famous.
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On the shut of the veneration route, every customer will obtain a small reward from the Franciscan neighborhood.
Officers predict a big inflow of pilgrims and vacationers, who’re required to enroll utilizing a free on-line reservation system.
Pilgrims are anticipated to flock to Assisi in 2026 as St. Francis’ relics are displayed publicly. (Mike Kemp/In Footage by way of Getty Photographs; DeAgostini/Getty Photographs)
Accessible routes are additionally being arrange for guests with disabilities.
The outlet reported that Pope Leo XIV authorized the show. His predecessor, Pope Francis, took his papal identify in honor of the Thirteenth-century saint.
The Vatican introduced the show on St. Francis’ feast day, drawing world consideration from trustworthy pilgrims. (Andreas Solaro/AFP by way of Getty Photographs)
St. Francis lived from 1181 to 1226. He’s well-known for founding the Franciscan Order, a neighborhood devoted to serving to the poor and dwelling a easy life.
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He was often called the patron saint of animals — and his tomb in Assisi grew to become a significant pilgrimage web site in the course of the Center Ages.
His stays will quickly draw an inflow of pilgrims as soon as once more.
Assisi, lengthy a middle of pilgrimage, will once more welcome guests honoring the saint identified for his humility. (Mike Kemp/In Footage by way of Getty Photographs)
The Franciscan friary of the basilica, Sacro Convento, famous in a press release that the occasion comes almost 800 years after his loss of life.
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“[This is] an extraordinary gift, a profound invitation to prayer and an opportunity to see the Gospel of Christ lived out fully in the life of someone just like us,” the friary stated.
St. Francis’ tomb in Assisi has drawn pilgrims for hundreds of years, many impressed by his compassion for animals. (Leemage/Corbis by way of Getty Photographs)
“This exposition, rooted in the Gospel theme of the seed that dies to bear fruit in love and fraternity, invites us to reflect on the life of the Saint, which continues to bear fruit 800 years later and still inspires humanity along the path of peace, fraternity, service to the poor, joy and care for creation.”
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