Catholic World News
Thousands venerate remains of St. Francis, exposed for first time
February 24, 2026
» Continue to this story on Vatican News
CWN Editor's Note: Thousands of pilgrims have traveled to Assisi to venerate St. Francis’s skeletal remains, which have been exposed for public veneration for the first time.
The exposition of the relics began on February 22 and will conclude on March 22. Pope Leo has proclaimed a Year of Saint Francis in commemoration of the 800th anniversary of the saint’s death.
The above note supplements, highlights, or corrects details in the original source (link above). About CWN news coverage.
For all current news, visit our News home page.
Sound Off! CatholicCulture.org supporters weigh in.
All comments are moderated. To lighten our editing burden, only current donors are allowed to Sound Off. If you are a current donor, log in to see the comment form; otherwise please support our work, and Sound Off!
