Saint Clare of Montefalco
Also known as: Clare of the Cross
Saint
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
August 17
Died
August 18, 1308
Canonized
8 December 1881 at Pope Leo XIII
Beatified
13 April 1737 by Pope Clement XII
Biography
Saint Clare of Montefalco (c. 1220–1253) was a revered religious figure whose life bridged the Franciscan and Augustinian traditions. From her earliest years, she exhibited profound piety and a deep devotion to the Passion of Christ and the Cross. As a Franciscan tertiary, she embraced the contemplative life with unwavering commitment....