October 4: St. Francis of Assisi
One way to observe St. Francis' day is to visit your local Franciscan friary or Poor Clare convent and attend its "Transitus" service, commemorating the "Passing" of St. Francis into eternal life. These are usually held on October 3 in the evening; contact the community for time and location. Not all Franciscan communities will have the service; sometimes two or more houses in an area will hold one service together.
