The Hermitage of St. Francis is a little known sanctuary in Assisi that still preserves the spirit of St. Francis.

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By Almudena Martínez-Bordiú ACI Prensa Staff, Apr 23, 2025 / 12:55 pm Pope Francis, baptized as Jorge Mario Bergoglio, celebrated his patron saint’s feast day every April 23.