Rare Exposition of St. Francis of Assisi’s Remains Draws Worldwide Attention | EWTN News Nightly

Earlier this year, Pope Leo XIV announced that the faithful who visit Franciscan churches, make pilgrimages, or live out the spirit of Saint Francis through prayer and charity may receive a plenary indulgence this year. Now, as pilgrims travel to Assisi, that call to spiritual renewal is drawing global attention. The mortal remains of Saint Francis of Assisi are being publicly displayed for nearly an entire month. This extraordinary exposition marks a rare moment in Church history. Apart from scientific examinations and brief inspections, the relics of Saint Francis have only been displayed once before. EWTN Vatican journalist Valentina Di Donato reports. ------------ EWTN News Nightly provides the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Join our Capitol Hill, White House and Rome Correspondents, as well as many other diverse guests daily, to get the latest from the U.S. and the Vatican on topics regarding our Catholic faith and interests. ------------- EWTN News Nightly airs on EWTN weekdays at 6pm & 9pm ET. ------------ Don't miss an episode of EWTN New Nightly. Get updates here: https://www.ewtn.com/tv/shows/ewtn-ne... ------------- Sign up today to receive the EWTN News Nightly newsletter: https://www.ewtn.com/enn ------------- Follow EWTN News Nightly on Social Media: Facebook:   / ewtnnewsnightly   Twitter:   / ewtnnewsnightly   Instagram:   / ewtnnewsnightly   ------------- Subscribe to EWTN YouTube channel here:    / ewtn   ------------- You can support the EWTN News mission: https://bit.ly/3qDR1qf