Holy Companions St Francis and St Dominic


Two of the most important religious orders, Franciscans and Dominicans, belong to the mendicant family, both of them having begged for food to survive, and develop God’s work. Both spiritualties might look similar, but they are not. St. Dominic’s Order of Preachers seeks for God through His study, while St. Francis’ Franciscan Order proposes an approach to God through poverty. The founding fathers of both orders met in Rome, and enjoy a friendship that would last through all their lifetime. Up until this day,  franciscan friars are invited to preach on the Feast of St. Dominic (August 8) and later on they invite Dominican friars to preach on the Feast of St. Francis (October 4).

Father Saint Dominic, pray for us.

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