Blessed Brother Giles
A citizen of Assisi who became one of the first companions of Saint Francis in 1209, Giles distinguished himself by his simplicity, manual l…
Iconographic attribute
Friar Minor habit
5 saints
Saints Daniel, Samuel, Donulus, Leo, Hugolinus, Nicholas and Angelus
In 1221, seven Franciscan friars led by Daniel of Calabria set out to evangelize North Africa. After preaching the Christian faith in Ceuta,…
Blessed Gentilis of Matelica
A 14th-century Franciscan friar, Gentilis of Matelica was a zealous missionary in the East after living at La Verna. Gifted with the gift of…
Blessed Oderic of Pordenone
A religious of the Order of Friars Minor in the 14th century, Oderic of Pordenone was a great missionary in Asia, traveling through Persia, …
Blessed Thomas of Cori
Born in Cori in 1655, Thomas of Cori was a Franciscan friar of the Observance devoted to a life of retreat and penance. Founder and guardian…
Frequently asked questions
Which saints are depicted with Friar Minor habit?
Saints depicted with Friar Minor habit: Blessed Brother Giles, Saints Daniel, Samuel, Donulus, Leo, Hugolinus, Nicholas and Angelus, Blessed Gentilis of Matelica, Blessed Oderic of Pordenone and Blessed Thomas of Cori.