San Francisco de Asís

San Francisco de Asís, also known as Saint Francis of Assisi, was a 12th-century Italian Catholic friar and preacher known for his humility, love of nature, and commitment to poverty. He founded the Franciscan Order, emphasizing compassion for all living beings and living simply. Revered as the patron saint of animals and the environment, he is celebrated for his devotion to peace and his role in revitalizing spiritual values through humility and service. His life encourages respect for creation and the importance of caring for one another and the Earth.