Saint Francis of Assisi - Erie, PA
N 42° 05.927 W 080° 09.453
17T E 569661 N 4661087
Statue of St. Francis of Assisi at Calvary Cemetery in Erie, PA
Waymark Code: WMWE4T
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 08/21/2017
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This statue of St. Francis of Assisi is in Calvary Cemetery on West Lake Road in Erie, PA.
St. Francis was born in Assisi in the twelfth century. After serving for a time as a soldier, Francis decided to renounce his wealth and all of his worldly goods to live a life of poverty. In 1210, he founded the Order of Friars Minor, also known as the Franciscans. He also founded a religious order for women, the Poor Clares. After a life spent preaching the Gospel, Francis died in 1226 and was canonized in 1228. His feast day is celebrated on October 4th.
Associated Religion(s): Roman Catholic
Statue Location: Calvary Cemetery
Entrance Fee: None
Artist: Not listed
Website: Not listed
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