Saint Francis of Assisi
A helpful companion for simplicity, joy, peace-making, care for creation, and humility.
- Feast day: October 4
- Life and era: 1181/82 to 1226; Assisi, Italy
- Role in the Church: Friar and founder of the Franciscan movement
- Common titles: Founder of the Franciscans, Patron of ecology, Stigmatist
- Often asked for: peace, creation, simplicity
When is Saint Francis of Assisi's feast day?
Saint Francis of Assisi's feast day is October 4.
For a broader explanation of how feast days work in Catholic life, read the feast day guide.
Biography and witness
Francis left comfort behind and embraced a life of poverty, joy, and radical discipleship. He preached peace, served the poor, and became a lasting symbol of humility. He remains compelling for people who want a less performative and more wholehearted faith.
Why Catholics remember Saint Francis of Assisi
Saint Francis is known for joyful simplicity, peace-making, and humble love for creation.
What is Saint Francis of Assisi the patron saint of?
Saint Francis of Assisi is often associated with peace, creation, simplicity.
Why people ask for the intercession of Saint Francis of Assisi
People turn to Saint Francis when life feels noisy, proud, overcomplicated, or spiritually cluttered.
Common situations
- wanting inner peace
- simplifying life
- growing in humility
Short prayer
Saint Francis, pray for me when my heart is noisy and restless.