Thousands Convene in Assisi to Pray Before Bones of St. Francis on First Day of Historic Viewing

February 22, 2026 World News

Pilgrims venerate St. Francis of Assisi’s relics in the lower church of the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, Italy, on Feb. 22, 2026.

Nearly 400,000 people are expected to venerate the saint’s relics while on public display through March 22.

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