JUBILEE
Year of St. Francis
Catholics around the world and in our Diocese are invited to “follow the example of the Saint of Assisi, may himself become a model of holiness of life and a constant witness of peace.”
1226-2026
Get To Know
St. Francis
One of the most venerated figures in the Catholic Church, St. Francis of Assisi founded the religious order of the Franciscans but did you know he was never a priest? St. Francis was ordained a deacon, choosing a life of humility, service, and radical love of the Gospel. His witness reminds us that holiness is not about titles, but about faithfully living our call to follow Christ. Learn more…
The Apostolic Penitentiary, in accordance with the will of Pope Leo XIV, has issued a Decree granting the faithful the plenary indulgence during the Year of Saint Francis, celebrated on the occasion of the 800th anniversary of the death of the Saint of Assisi. The life of the Poor Man of Assisi shows that God’s mercy works in history also through people who have opened their hearts to His action.
Prayer for the Year of St. Francis
Saint Francis, our brother, you who eight hundred years ago
went to meet Sister Death as a man at peace,
intercede for us before the Lord.
You recognized true peace in the Crucifix of San Damiano,
teach us to seek in Him the source of all reconciliation
that breaks down every wall.
You who, unarmed, crossed the lines of war
and misunderstanding,
give us the courage to build bridges
where the world raises up boundaries.
In this time afflicted by conflict and division,
intercede for us so that we may become peacemakers:
unarmed and disarming witnesses of the peace that comes from Christ.
Amen
How to receive a
Plenary indulgence
Usual Conditions
Sacramental Confession
Eucharistic Communion
Prayer for the intentions of the Holy Father
Pilgrimage
Going on a pilgrimage to any Franciscan conventual church, or place of worship in any part of the world named after St. Francis or connected to him for any reason.
Sick, Elderly & Caretakers
The sick, the elderly and caretakers unable to leave their homes can also obtain a plenary indulgence “if they join spiritually in the Jubilee celebrations of the Year of St. Francis, offering their prayers to the Merciful God, the pains or sufferings of one’s life.”
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Travel.
Visit St. Francis of Assisi in Athol Springs, NY
Mass
- Saturday: 4:00 pm
- Sunday: 8:30 am and 6:00 pm
Books.
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Cinema.
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Music.
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Three Franciscan Orders
The first order was born in 1209, when Saint Francis obtained oral approval from Pope Innocent III. The definitive Rule was approved by Pope Honorius III on November 29, 1223. Divided into three main branches:
- Order of Friars Minor Conventual (OFMConv)
- Order of Friars Minor (OFM)
- Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (OFMCap)
The Poor Clares: The second order was founded in 1212 by Saint Clare, from whom it takes its name.
The communities of the Poor Clares maintain ties with the three male orders, reflecting in their historical journey the same developments as the First Order.
The Third Franciscan Order includes a regular branch (composed of men and women belonging to several religious institutes), and the Secular Franciscan Order (OFS), composed of baptized laity who wish to follow the Franciscan spirituality.
