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Saint Clare of Assisi: August 11

Religious and Founder of the Order of Poor Clares, 1193-1253

Clare was born in Assisi in 1193. She followed the example of her townsman Saint Francis in a life of poverty, and she became the founder of the Order of Poor Clare nuns. She led an austere life, rich in the practice of charity and loving care. Her death occurred in the year 1253.

Prayer

God of mercy, you inspired Saint Clare with the love of poverty. By the help of her prayers may we follow Christ in poverty of spirit and come to the joyful vision of your glory in the kingdom of heaven.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.

Amen.

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