The University of St. Thomas is honored to welcome the Bishop Emeritus of Assisi, Domenico Sorrentino, for a special day of prayer and reflection as part of our St. Francis Celebration.
The visit will feature the public veneration of first-class relics of St. Carlo Acutis, St. Francis of Assisi, and St. Clare of Assisi, offering members of the University and the wider community a unique opportunity for prayer and devotion.
Schedule
- 10 a.m.: Unveiling of the relics in the Chapel of St. Basil (relics will remain on display until the conclusion of the 12:20 p.m. Mass, approximately 1 p.m.)
- 12:20 p.m.: Holy Mass celebrated by the Bishop in the Chapel of St. Basil
- 1–4:30 p.m.: Relics are not on display.
- 4:30–6 p.m.: Relics return to display in the Chapel of St. Basil for public veneration.
- 6:30 p.m.: Public lecture by the Bishop in Jones Hall
- 7:30 p.m.: Reception served in the Doherty Library following the lecture.
This event is free and open to the public.
See details about this event and other events to celebrate St. Francis.
