“Clare and Francis:” Watch the Epic Beginnings of the Franciscan Order on EWTN

By Debbie Cowden

It’s not often a film deserves to be called epic, but when a wealthy man and woman gave up everything for the greater glory of God, found two religious orders, reform the Church, and change the history of the world, that deserves the title of “epic.” Truly, the story of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Clare of Assisi...

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Clare And Francis - DVD

This epic feature film on the lives of St. Clare and St. Francis of Assisi was shot on location in Italy. It is unique among films on St. Francis because of the historical accuracy of the story and its portrayal of the authentic spirit of joy and piety for which Francis was known, as well as for the major role played by Clare, who is given equal stature with Francis.

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