St. Clare faces the footlights

Life of founder of the Poor Clares told on stage

St. Clare of Assisi is depicted in a modern painting by Stephen B. Whatley, an expressionist artist from London. This year is the 800th anniversary of her consecration. CNS / Stephen B. Whatley.

St. Clare of Assisi was a passionate person who gave generously to people in need and helped to launch the world's first peace movement that ended a 300-year war. For full story see The B.C. Catholic website.


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