St. Clare of Assisi | Biography, Facts, & Miracles | Britannica
WebSt. Clare of Assisi, abbess and founder of the Poor Clares (Clarissines), one of the first followers of St. Francis of Assisi. She was credited with twice saving the city of Assisi from destruction, and in 1958 Pope Pius XII declared her patron of television. Learn more about Clare’s life and work.
Saint Clare of Assisi - Facts, Miracles & Nun - Biography
WebApr 2, 2014 · The founder of the Order of Poor Ladies, Saint Clare of Assisi was an Italian saint and one of the first followers of Saint Francis of Assisi. Updated: Apr 21, 2021.
Clare of Assisi - Wikipedia
WebChiara Offreduccio (16 July 1194 – 11 August 1253), known as Clare of Assisi (sometimes spelled Clara, Clair or Claire; Italian: Chiara d'Assisi), was an Italian saint who was one of the first followers of Francis of Assisi.
St. Clare of Assisi - Saints & Angels - Catholic Online
WebSaints & Angels. Facts. Feastday: August 11. Patron: of eye disease, goldsmiths, laundry, television. Birth: 1194. Death: 1253. Canonized: Pope Alexander IV on September 26, 1255. Author and Publisher - Catholic Online. Printable PDF of …
Saint Clare of Assisi | Franciscan Media
Web(July 16, 1194 – August 11, 1253) Saint Clare of Assisi’s Story. One of the more sugary movies made about Francis of Assisi pictures Clare as a golden-haired beauty floating through sun-drenched fields, a sort of one-woman counterpart to the new Franciscan Order. The beginning of her religious life was indeed movie material.
Saint Clare of Assisi | uCatholic
WebAug 11, 2023 · Saint Clare of Assisi, a stunning Italian noblewoman, was profoundly influenced by the teachings of St. Francis of Assisi. After hearing him preach, she was overwhelmed with a fervent desire to lead a life of poverty and humility, just as Francis did, to dedicate herself wholly to Jesus.
Clare of Assisi - New World Encyclopedia
WebSaint Clare of Assisi (also Claire of Assisi), born Chiara Offreduccio, (July 16, 1194 – August 11, 1253) was one of the first followers of Francis of Assisi and founded the Order of Poor Ladies to organize the women who chose to embrace monastic life in …
Clare of Assisi (c. 1194–1253) | Encyclopedia.com
WebClare of Assisi (c. 1194–1253) Founder of the Franciscan nuns, a community that formed a refuge for women desiring to pursue the religious life by renouncing the world. Name variations: St. Clare; St. Clara; Santa Clara d'Assisi; Claire d'Assise; Clare dei Sciffi; Chiara di Favorone.
Saint Clare of Assisi - Catholic News Agency
WebApr 21, 2024 · Saint Clare was born in 1193 in Assisi to a noble family. Before her birth, her mother received a sign that her daughter would be a bright light of God in the world. As a child she was already ...
St. Clare of Assisi | EWTN
WebSaint Clare, Virgin, Foundress of the Poor Clares. Celebration of Feast Day is August 12th by the pre-1970 liturgical calendar and August 11th (the actual date of her death) by the present one. Resources
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