A great number of pilgrims from all over Italy and the world are expected in Assisi for the Feast of Saint Francis. The full program is available on the poster.
The highlights of the day include:
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Mass of the Franciscan community and the placing of the devotees’ prayers at the tomb of Saint Francis (live streaming).
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Solemn Mass at 10 a.m. with the offering of oil for the votive lamp.
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Address by the Minister General of the Conventual Franciscan Friars and by national and regional authorities (live on Rai1).
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Solemn Vespers and the blessing of Italy and the world from the cupola of the Basilica.
Follow the main celebrations on the YouTube channel @BasilicasanFrancescodAssisi and on the Facebook page San Francesco d’Assisi.
