SERVICE FOR TRANSITUS OF ST FRANCIS

Thurs 3rd October 6pm at Sacred Heart

Transitus is the annual celebration by Franciscans

throughout the world of the passing of St. Francis from

this life to life with God. Certain prayers or writings of St.

Francis and accounts from his early biographers are

common. Since Francis spoke of dying as embracing

Sister Death, the ritual is solemn but not sad and inspires

the participants to richly live the Gospel until the end of

their days. It is celebrated on the eve of his feast day. The

word “transitus” comes from the Latin, meaning passage

or crossing.

For info. contact Esme & John: esmefvivian5@gmail.com