Saint Clare of Assisi

The Franciscan family celebrates the Feast of Saint Clare of Assisi during the month of August. Her feast day is on August 12. She is the founder of the second order of the Franciscan family.  She was the first woman to have a Rule of Life approved by the Church. Today, there are over 20,000 Poor Clare nuns in 75 countries throughout the world. Their way of life is dedicated to contemplation, poverty, and community.