Francis of Assisi in His Own Words

Our handmade St. Francis of Assisi Scented Prayer Candle features imagery of the beloved patron saint, with the St. Francis Peace Prayer on the back.

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Our Saint Francis of Assisi Rosary Bracelet features 6mm Zircon Fire Polished beads. The Crucifix measures 5/8 x 1/4 inches. The charm is a St. Francis of Assisi medal.

This premium rosary bracelet is proudly made in the USA using high-quality beads and Sterling silver-plated parts, so it is built to last for many generations. As part of our premium line of religious jewelry, this St. Francis of Assisi 6mm Zircon Fire Polished Rosary Bracelet are the perfect religious gift. It includes a free gift box and free shipping.

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Our Saint Francis of Assisi Rosary features 6mm Amethyst Fire Polished beads. The Crucifix measures 1 5/8 x 1 inches. The centerpiece features a St. Francis of Assisi medal.

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By Edited, Translated, and Introduced by Jon M. SweeneyThere are many editions of the writings of St. Francis, and biographies about him, but here in one volume are both,plus the complete text of the late medieval work, The Little Flowers, which did more to establish the legend of the man than any other work. This "Paraclete Giants" edition includes the complete Road to Assisi, Paul Sabatier's ground-breaking and foundational biography of the saint, first published in French in 1894 and re-issued and expanded in 2002; the complete Francis in His Own Words: The Essential Writings; and The Little Flowers, thusoffering the best introduction to St. Francis yet available between two covers. Other Paraclete Giants include The Complete Julian of Norwich and The Complete Introduction to the Devout Life, both translated and introduced by Fr. John-Julian, OJN. SKU: 46499

These beautiful St. Francis of Assisi Stickers from Apostle Gear come in packs of 5. Share them and stick them on any flat surface to add a touch of devotion! They are perfect for kids and adults alike, and easy to apply with a multi-scored back that peels off.

These St. Francis of Assisi Holy Cards by Apostle Gear feature an image from an old-world depiction of the beloved founder of the Franciscan order. Printed in full high-gloss color, the card is about the size of a business card and fits perfectly in a wallet or pocket. On the back of our St. Francis Prayer Card is the beloved St. Francis Peace Prayer which includes the iconic line "Lord, make me a messenger of your peace." The St. Francis Holy Card is for sale here in shrink-wrapped packs of 25 for one low price. Or, you can purchase any of our St. Francis religious items that come with single St. Francis prayer cards.

This beautiful Antique Silver St. Francis of Assisi Keychain is made in the USA and features a Lifetime Guarantee.

The pendant measures 1 7/8 x 1 1/4 and the chain and key ring are extremely durable.

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Our handmade St. Francis of Assisi scented candle by Saintly Scents features a Banana Nut Bread Scented Candle fragrance in honor of the patron saint of animals, pets, peace, ecology, merchants, the Franciscan order, and Assisi, Italy.

Show your Catholic pride with our St. Francis of Assisi Vinyl Transparent Silver Decal from CatholiCar. This Transparent decal by CatholiCar is simple to use: just peel and apply! It's printed in metallic-silver ink on transparent vinyl and given a protective clear-coat overlaminate. Made to last! CatholiCar's beautiful religious decals can be applied to your vehicle, window, or any other smooth surface. See the full line of CatholiCar decals. CatholiCar: Vehicle Decals For Roamin' Catholics Dimensions: 4x6 Inches. SKU: 44644

This St. Francis of Assisi Tiny Saint charm can be clipped on to apparel, backpacks, necklaces, bracelets, keychains and anything you can imagine! About the size of a penny, it's made of soft, rubbery PVC and is super-durable. For anyone with a devotion to Saint Francis of Assisi, this Tiny Saint charm makes a fun religious gift for any occasion. The packaging even features a biography and information about the devotion. Tiny Saint Add-Ons: Choose an 18-inch black paracord necklace in the drop-down box below to make it a necklace, or select a Tiny Saint Rosary or a Tiny Saint Bracelet and clip your Tiny Saint charm to it!

By G. K. ChestertonThe most insightful book about Francis of Assisi—ever. Ideal for gift-giving, thisbeautiful edition offers all of G. K. Chesterton's insight, humor, and wit as he uncovers the real meaning of the life of the world's most popular saint. Samples fromthis classic book: All [Francis's] life was a series of plunges and scampers; darting after the beggar, dashing naked into the woods, tossing himself into the strange ship, hurling himself into the Sultan's tent and offering to hurl himself into the fire. In appearance he must have been like a thin brown skeleton autumn leaf dancing eternally before the wind; but in truth it was he that was the wind. The conversion of St. Francis involved his being in some sense flung suddenly from a horse. There was not a rag of him left that was not ridiculous. Everybody knew that at the best he had made a fool of himself. The word fool itself began to shine and change. SKU: 46506

Our original 2-inch wide St. Francis of Assisi Glass Magnets feature full-color religious art encased in a solid glass dome, creating a 3D effect that brings out the art's details and vibrance.

By Translated and Annotated by Jon M. Sweeney Reading Francis' writings is like being "on the road" with him 800 years ago Biographies will only take you so far. It's impossible to truly understand Francis of Assisi without reading his writings. Sweeney has compiled all of the ones that we are most certain come from Francis himself, including his first Rule of life, the Rule he wrote for the Third Order, letters to friends, letters to people in power, messages to all Franciscans, songs, praises, canticles, and his final spiritual Testament. An introduction and explanatory notes throughout the book help to put the writings into historical and theological context. "The man is ever-fruitful, and the world never tires of hearing from him _ Francis of Assisi, that is! Now you have the luxury of a very good translation of his original writings, in words that we can now appreciate." -Friar Richard Rohr, OFM Center for Action and Contemplation Albuquerque, New Mexico "We can be grateful that Jon M. Sweeney has rendered the saint's essential writings so artfully, in a language both passionate and simple—and thus faithful to the style of Francis and the substance of his life. This little book offers a vivid compendium of the Gospel, calling us to set aside greed and relinquish extravagance in seeking the heart of Christ. It is a faithful guide for all who desire that God might 'enlighten the shadows of[their] heart' and come to know that God is 'all the riches we require.'" -Mark S. Burrows, Ph. D. Professor at the University of Applied Sciences, Bochum (Germany); scholar of medieval mysticism, poet, and translator of Rainer Maria Rilke's Prayers of a Young Poet . SKU: 46508

Attach this lovely St. Francis of Assisi Pet Medal to your pet's collar and ask the patron saint of animals to bless and protect your furry friend!

Attach this lovely St. Francis of Assisi Pet Medal to your pet's collar and ask the patron saint of animals to bless and protect your furry friend!

1/2 x 1/4-inch Gold-Filled (14K) St. Francis of Assisi Medal.

This Catholic medal will arrive with an 18-inch gold-filled chain, in a beautiful jewelry box ready to be the perfect religious gift.

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The back of the medal can be engraved with up to 2 lines of 6 or less characters each, for a $25 extra charge.

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3/4 x 1/2-inch solid 14K gold St. Francis of Assisi Medal. Made of solid 14-Karat Gold. Our Catholic jewelry will arrive to you or the recipient in a deluxe jewelry box, ready to wear or give as a gift. This jewelry piece was proudly made in the USA. It features our Satisfaction Guarantee.3/4 x 1/2-inches. The back of the medal can be engraved for an extra charge of only $25, up to 3 lines and up to 12 characters on each line. When will it ship? This Catholic medal usually ships the next business day. Click here for our Jewelry Materials and Sizing Guide

3/4 x 1/2-inch 14kt Gold St. Francis of Assisi Medal.

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This beautiful Antique Gold St. Francis of Assisi Keychain is made in the USA and features a Lifetime Guarantee.

The pendant measures 1 7/8 x 1 1/4 and the chain and key ring are extremely durable.

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1 x 5/8-inch Sterling Silver St. Francis of Assisi Medal.

Comes as a ready-to-wear package with a silver chain and a premium keepsake jewelry box.

A proud product of the USA.

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3/4 x 1/2-inch Sterling Silver St. Francis of Assisi Medal.

This Catholic medal will arrive with an 18-inch silver chain, in a beautiful jewelry box ready to be the perfect religious gift.

For an additional charge, CatholicShop.com can engrave the back of this Christian pendant with a message of up to 3 lines of text, with 12 characters on each line.

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Our Saint Francis of Assisi Rosary features 6mm Emerald Fire Polished beads. The Crucifix measures 1 5/8 x 1 inches. The centerpiece features a St. Francis of Assisi medal.

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Medjugorje: The First Seven Days by journalist Darko Pavičić is a detailed and impartial journalistic-investigative reconstruction through previously unpublished materials and witnesses interviews sheds light on the occurrences of the first days of Medjugorje apparitions from June 24th to July 3rd, 1981, whose authenticity the Vatican considers positive. Medjugorje, in Bosnia and Herzegovina, is the only place in the world where the Virgin Mary appears every day. These apparitions have continued for 41 years and today Medjugorje is governed by the Vatican through a special papal envoy. Medjugorje: The First Seven Days was inspired by the unofficial findings of the International Commission of Inquiry of the Holy See for Medjugorje, which Pope Benedict XVI entrusted to Cardinal Camillo Ruini and which gave a positive opinion on the authenticity of these "first seven days", i. E. the ten days of apparitions from June 24th to July 3rd, 1981. The book is an ideal introduction to the phenomenon for skeptics and those who encounter the Medjugorje phenomenon for the first time, while it also contains a handful of previously unpublished details which are unknown even to devotees of Medjugorje. 370 pages. Paperback. Learn more about the book Also available in Español More languages

A short, famous classic on "true devotion to Mary"--an excellent, easy means of attaining holiness and salvation, a way followed by Popes and Saints, but also perfect for lay people. It is at least every bit as good as his True Devotion to Mary! Small but powerful--seems almost divinely inspired! The author of The Secret of the Rosary and the originator of total consecration to Mary, St. Louis-Marie Grignion De Montfort (1673-1716) remains one of the greatest apostles of Marian devotion the world has ever known. As a young priest, De Montfort dedicated himself to preaching to the people. This highly gifted orator's language was simple but full of divine love, much as you will find in True Devotion to Mary. De Montfort's whole life was marked by constant prayer, love for the poor and holy joy in humiliations and persecutions. De Montfort was canonized by Pius XII in 1947. Dimensions: 3.75" X 6" X 0.25"

Life was simple in Medjugorje… People lived like they had for hundreds of years—growing crops, raising livestock, and spending time with family and friends. Heaven, though, had other plans, and the village changed forever after a group of children saw an extraordinary sight on a nearby hillside one summer afternoon. Throughout history, people in different parts of the world have been visited by Mary, the mother of Jesus. Still, no one expected her to visit Medjugorje, least of all the six children who would come to be known as “the visionaries.” As they would soon find out, her heavenly visits would transform their sleepy hamlet into a destination of hope and peace for people from every part of the world. Mary’s messages begin with the words “Dear Children,” and she wishes for every person in the world to see her as a mother. This is the true story of Medjugorje and the Queen of Peace. 2-FOR-1 DEAL: Buy one English version, get the Croatian version free! Must choose "2-FOR-1 DEAL" under the "Language" option below. 28 Pages. Hardcover. Can be autographed by the author. Available in either English or Croatian. $1 from every book sold will be donated to Mary's Meals and Mother's Village.

Though the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima took place almost a hundred years ago, Our Lady's call to prayer and penance for the salvation of souls and peace in the world is as relevant now as when first delivered to three Portuguese peasant children in 1917. At the peak of the First World War, Our Lady warned of another worldwide conflict, the rise and spread of Communism, and a terrible persecution of the Church unless people repented of their sins and returned to God. She also requested devotion to her Immaculate Heart and a special consecration of Russia. Much of what Our Lady of Fatima said was revealed soon after her appearances, but the third and final "secret", which was not a message but a prophetic vision seen by the children, was not unveiled by the Vatican until 2000. Pope John Paul II, who read the third secret while recovering from the attempt upon his life in 1981, believed the vision signified the sufferings the Church had endured in the twentieth century. Because of the prophetic nature of her messages, Our Lady of Fatima has been the subject of much controversy and speculation. In this book, Father Andrew Apostoli carefully analyzes the events that took place in Fatima and clears up lingering questions and doubts about their meaning. He also challenges the reader to hear anew the call of Our Lady to prayer and sacrifice, for the world is ever in need of generous hearts willing to make reparation for those in danger of losing their way to God. 310 pages.

The internationally best-selling book, YOUCAT - The Youth Catechism of the Catholic Church, explained to young people the meaning of their faith in language, style and design that has appealed greatly to them. Now YOUCAT - The Youth Prayer Book, helps them to live their faith and deepen their spiritual lives. The book includes modern, new prayers, along with traditional prayers, and the time-honored prayers of Holy Scripture. It also gives a lot of practical advice on how to pray: in the morning, in the evening, and in between; in sorrow or in joy. The prayer book is illustrated with many photos of young people from all over the world. 175 pages.

Following up his international best-selling book, An Exorcist Tells His Story, Fr. Gabriele Amorth, the renowned chief exorcist of Rome, expands on some of the key topics of his previous book, covering important details about demonic or occult issues.

In the Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ, Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich's extraordinary gift of divine insight as transcribed by her confessor enables us to witness the last days of Jesus Christ's earthly life, from the Garden of Gethsemane to His crucifixion and burial.

Mirjana Soldo was only 16 years old when she and five other children saw a mysterious young woman on a remote hillside in the village of Medjugorje, then part of Yugoslavia. The woman—who possessed a beauty and grace that seemed to come from beyond—identified herself as the Virgin Mary. The apparitions that began on the afternoon of June 24, 1981 would dramatically change Mirjana’s life and the lives of countless people around the world. Her claims, however, contradicted the atheistic ideologies of the Communist government and Mirjana was deemed “an enemy of the state.” Amazingly, the apparitions have continued for over 35 years. Millions of people travel to Medjugorje every year in search of answers to life’s biggest questions. The messages given by Mary are a call for mankind to return to God. And, according to Mirjana, the Virgin entrusted her with ten secrets that foretell the future of the world—secrets that she will reveal within her lifetime. Paperback. 369 pages. A portion of every book sold goes to Mary's Meals, a charity which feeds over a million children every day. SPECIAL OFFER: Every copy of My Heart Will Triumph ordered here on CatholicShop. Com comes with a free My Heart Will Triumph bookmark! BULK PRICES: CatholicShop. Com is the official publisher of My Heart Will Triumph. Buy the book in bulk to save up to 55%. Learn more. Also available En Español!

By Sophie Piper, Illustrated by Dubravka Kolanovic Baptism is one of the most important events in a child's life, and My Baptism Book is a perfect gift to mark the occasion. Gentle, enchanting illustrations bring tolife the simple teachings about God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit that are appropriate for the youngest of children. Includes: Brief, meaningful prayers, poems, scriptures, and blessings Baptism Gift inscription page Ribbon marker My Baptism I ambaptized to show that I am truly a child of God. I am baptized to show that I truly want to follow Jesus. I am baptized to show that I want God's Holy Spirit to be my friend and helper. The message of My Baptism Book is one of God's eternal love and care. If you are looking for the perfect baptism gift, this book for ages 0-8 is a popular and well loved choice. . SKU: 46540

My First Communion Bible is the perfect gift for little Catholics from parents, godparents, pastors, or any special person in their life and the perfect way to encourage children s love for the Lord, present in the Holy Eucharist. Your child's First Holy Communion is one of the most solemn and significant days in his or her life. And there is no better way to mark this special occasion than with My First Communion Bible, new from Saint Benedict Press. This beautiful Bible Story book is specially designed to mark a child's First Holy Communion. Special features include a Communion Record page and a beautiful two page letter from beloved priest Father Benedict Groeschel, C. F. R. Father Groeschel writes to children on the great gift of meeting Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, shares his memory of his own First Communion, and encourages children to love Jesus forever and receive Him often. Features: • Padded Hardcover • Gold Foil-Stamped Cover • Gilded Page Edges • 26 Bible Stories • Engaging Full-Color Illustrations • Presentation and First Communion Record Page • Foreword by Father Benedict Groeschel, C. F. R.

In this bold, momentous work, the pope—in his first book written as Benedict XVI—seeks to salvage the person of Jesus from recent “popular” depictions and to restore Jesus’ true identity as discovered in the Gospels. Through his brilliance as a theologian and his personal conviction as a believer, the pope shares a rich, compelling, flesh-and-blood portrait of Jesus and incites us to encounter, face-to-face, the central figure of the Christian faith. From Jesus of Nazareth… “the great question that will be with us throughout this entire book: But what has Jesus really brought, then, if he has not brought world peace, universal prosperity, and a better world? What has he brought? The answer is very simple: God. He has brought God! He has brought the God who once gradually unveiled his countenance first to Abraham, then to Moses and the prophets, and then in the wisdom literature—the God who showed his face only in Israel, even though he was also honored among the pagans in various shadowy guises. It is this God, the God of Abraham, of Isaac, and of Jacob, the true God, whom he has brought to the peoples of the earth. He has brought God, and now we know his face, now we can call upon him. Now we know the path that we human beings have to take in this world. Jesus has brought God and with God the truth about where we are going and where we come from: faith, hope, and love.”

After a week of hearing ghostly noises, a man is visited in his home by the spirit of his mother, dead for three decades. She reproaches him for his dissolute life and begs him to have Masses said in her name. Then she lays her hand on his sleeve, leaving an indelible burn mark, and departs... A Lutheran minister, no believer in Purgatory, is the puzzled recipient of repeated visitations from "demons" who come to him seeking prayer, consolation, and refuge in his little German church. But pity for the poor spirits overcomes the man's skepticism, and he marvels at what kind of departed souls could belong to Christ and yet suffer still... Hungry Souls recounts these stories and many others trustworthy, Church-verified accounts of earthly visitations from the dead in Purgatory. Accompanying these accounts are images from the "Museum of Purgatory" in Rome, which contains relics of encounters with the Holy Souls, including numerous evidences of hand prints burned into clothing and books; burn marks that cannot be explained by natural means or duplicated by artificial ones.

Originally a series written by Pope Francis while he was Cardinal Archbishop of Buenos Aires, these profound meditations give an inspiring introduction to the path of humility and love needed to form true Christian communities. They are divided into two separate works, Corruption and Sin, and Self-Accusation. As the Archbishop of Buenos Aires, Pope Francis ministered in a country that suffered greatly from the effects of corruption in public and private life. In these texts, the current Holy Father reflects on the connection between sin and corruption in the life of every Christian and how pride and self-sufficiency lead from one to the other. The roots of many of the themes of his pontificate can be found in these texts on humility, honesty and simplicity. The two pieces are on different but related issues. The difference between sin and corruption and the remedy for sin, which is self-accusation, meaning telling oneself the truth about one's faults. In short, pride is the problem; humility is the solution. The Pope states: "It will do us good to reflect together on the problem of corruption and also on its relationship with sin. It will do us good to shake up our souls with the prophetic force of the Gospel, which places us in the truth about things by stirring up the layers of fallen dead leaves of human weakness and complicity that can create the conditions for corruption. It will do us a lot of good, in the light of God's word, to learn to discern the different states of corruption that surround us and threaten to lead us astray. It will do us good to say to one another again, "Yes, I'm a sinner; but no, I'm not corrupt!"-and to say it with fear, lest we accept the state of corruption as just another sin." 105 pages. Jorge Mario Bergoglio (Pope Francis) is the first Latin American to be elected to the chair of Peter. A native of Buenos Aires, Argentina, he served as head of the Society of Jesus in Argentina, then became the archbishop of Buenos Aires, and was elected to be the Pope in March, 2013.

1/2 x 1/4-inch Sterling Silver St. Francis Medal. Comes as a ready-to-wear package with a silver chain and a premium keepsake jewelry box. A proud product of the USA. When will it ship? This Catholic medal usually ships the next business day.

This 7-inch 14K Yellow Gold 1.2 MM Diamond Cut Square Snake Bracelet features our money-back guarantee and usually ships the same day if ordered before 6PM Eastern Time.

Featuring a width of 1.2mm, this Square Diamond Cut Snake Chain weighs 2.6 grams. Paired with one or more religious pendants, this 7-inch-long chain makes an attractive bracelet.

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St. Francis was a wealthy man who lived in Italy. He is most known for giving all of his wealth to the poor. He also started the Franciscans, which is an order of priests. St. Francis is the patron saint of animals because he loved them very much. His feast day is on October 4th. How can we care for animals like St. Francis? This adorable figurine is part of the limited Collectors Edition series by Little Drops of Water. Only 1,000 statues of each devotion will ever be made!

Our Saint Stanislaus Rosary features 6mm Pink Fire Polished beads. The Crucifix measures 1 3/8 x 3/4 inches. The centerpiece features a St. Stanislaus medal.

Hand-crafted in the USA by expert jewelers, it features premium beads and silver plated parts. High-end rosaries and rosary bracelets like this St. Stanislaus 6mm Pink Fire Polished Rosary are the perfect religious gift. It includes a free gift box and free shipping.

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Our Guardian Angel / Air Force Rosary features 6mm Zircon Fire Polished beads. The Crucifix measures 1 5/8 x 1 inches. The centerpiece features a Guardian Angel / Air Force medal.

Hand-crafted in the USA by expert jewelers, it features premium beads and silver plated parts. High-end rosaries and rosary bracelets like this Guardian Angel / Air Force 6mm Zircon Fire Polished Rosary are the perfect religious gift. It includes a free gift box and free shipping.

This beautiful collection of inspiring holiday prayers will bring back heartwarming memories and open new understanding of the sacred season. Many of us feel a little closer to our faith during the Christmas season—even those without a regular faith practice. Around us, people are talking about peace on Earth and goodwill towards all, while deeply rooted Christmas rituals and traditions and familiar prayers speak to our hearts—a refreshing respite in this age.