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    (Stock Image Canva) By Patricia Schiissler The feast day for St. Francis of Assisi, much less commonly known by his given name Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone, this year is Sunday, October 4th 2026.  It will mark the 800th anniversary of his passing in 1226. Many people do pilgrimages and reflect spiritually about him in the church.  In Italy, the date is now starting to be officially recognized as a national public holiday.  St. Francis is best known as the patron saint of animals and the environment.  His feast is regularly celebrated around the world as ‘World Animal Day’ for the

    July 29, 2026

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