Footsteps
Become a Saint by Learning and Following the Virtues in the Life of Saint Francis of Assisi and the Blessed Virgin Mary
According to Franciscan tradition, the vision of Saint Francis at the Portiuncula occurred when the saint, praying in the small chapel of Our Lady of the Angels (the Portiuncula) near Assisi, saw Jesus and the Virgin Mary appear before him.
Salutation to the Blessed Virgin, by Saint Francis of Assisi
Hail, holy Lady, most holy Queen, Mother of God, Mary who are ever Virgin, chosen from Heaven by the most Holy Father, whom He has consecrated with the most holy beloved Son and the Holy Spirit, in whom was and is all the fulness of grace and all good.
Hail thou His palace!
Hail thou His tabernacle!
Hail thou His house.
Hail thou His garment!
Hail thou His handmaid!
Hail thou His Mother, and all you holy virtues which, by the grace and illumination of the Holy Spirit, you infuse in the heart of the faithful, that from being unfaithful, you may make them faithful to God
Become an Affiliate of Saint Francis by learning and practicing the Christian virtues dear to Saint Francis of Assisi as exemplified in the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Monthly sessions on deepening your walk with Jesus Christ by following in the footsteps of Saint Francis of Assisi and Blessed Mother Mary.
Select the gathering that works best for you.
Introductory In Person Gathering: 11 a.m. - 12 pm EST, Saturday, October 10, 2026, in the Mary's Glen Chapel.
Introductory Zoom Gathering, 2 pm - 3 p.m. EST Saturday, October 10. Email copenitents@yahoo.com for link to Zoom gathering
Text is on the Franciscan Virtues with one virtue being presented and discussed each month. Practice that virtue at home until it's yours! Affiliates of Saint Francis receive a certificate, membership card, and daily prayer card
For more information, call or text 260-341-7117 or email copenitents@yahoo.com Presented by the Confraternity of Penitents www.penitents.org