Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph

Pope Leo XIV Proclaims January 10, 2026-January 10, 2027 a Jubilee Year of
St. Francis of Assisi

“In commemorating the significant anniversary of the
eighth centenary of St. Francis’ passing, I wish to join spiritually
with the entire Franciscan Family and with all those who
will take part in the commemorative events, hoping that
the message of peace may find a profound echo in the
Church and society today.

In this age, marked by so many seemingly interminable wars, by internal and social divisions that create mistrust and fear, he continues to speak. Not because he offers technical solutions, but because his life points to the authentic source of peace, our Loving God.

The Franciscan vision of peace is not limited to the relations between human beings, but also embraces the whole of creation. Francis, who calls the sun “brother” and the moon “sister”, who recognizes in every creature a reflection of divine beauty, reminds us that peace must be extended to the entire family of Creation. This insight resonates with particular urgency in our time, when our common home is threatened and cries out under exploitation. Peace with God, peace among human beings and with creation are inseparable dimensions of a single call to universal reconciliation.”                 Pope Leo XIV

Art work by Sister Lynne Anne Schimminger, FSSJ