Our Holy Father Francis

"Almighty God,

you helped our Seraphic Father Saint Francis

to reflect the image of Christ

through a life of poverty and humility.

May we follow your Son

by walking in the footsteps of Francis of Assisi,

and by imitation of his joyful love.

(We make our prayer) through our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen."

 

- Collect for the Feast of Our Holy Father Francis, which is today (4 October).

 

This medieval alabaster carving of St Francis as intercessor is in the museum of Salamanca.

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