Assisi

This past weekend Ben, one of the seminarians, celebrated his birthday. His favorite saint is Francis, and so we found it fitting to make a group trip to Assisi. Only about a two hour train ride from Rome, and is a very inexpensive weekend. The city is quite small, yet is rich in Franciscan heritage. It is the birthplace and home of St. Francis, as well as St. Clair. Francis lived during the early 13th century, and is known for his upbringing in a wealthy family, which he renounced by handing over every last belonging of his, in order to follow Christ in poverty. Many other men and women were attracted to this way of life, and they to adapted it. It united them with the poor and suffering they served. St. Clair was one of these followers.

The weekend was very enjoyable, and has been one of my favorite places thus far. It was time away from the city with the guys, and visiting the sites of Francis and Clair. It was also a beautiful landscape!

This weekend I'll be running in the Maratona di Roma (Rome Marathon). The race will begin at 9am Sunday, which is 3am Central Time. If you think of it, say a prayer for me before you go to bed Saturday night. I'd appreciate it. Next post I will share about the race. Blessings!