Saints Series: Saint Francis of Assisi
Presented by Monsignor Anthony FigueiredoWednesday, May 13, 4 p.m. EDT
Join us for this free webinar, part of our Saints Series, to reflect on Saint Francis of Assisi. In this series of free webinars, we will explore the lives of different saints and expand our faith through inspiring stories, reflection, and practical application.
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About the Monsignor Anthony Figueiredo
Monsignor Anthony Figueiredo is a priest of the Diocese of Assisi, a theologian, a CBS Vatican correspondent. and author with extensive international experience in priestly formation, seminary leadership, and pastoral ministry. After a career in international banking in the financial district of London, he discerned a call to the priesthood and went on to serve the Church in a variety of significant roles. He holds a doctorate in Sacred Theology (STD) and has taught in both seminary and university settings. He has served in significant roles within the Church, including work in Rome and the Vatican Curia, as well as leadership positions in seminary formation. He currently serves as Director of International Affairs for the Diocese of Assisi, Italy, where he is based.
Living in Assisi—the home of Saint Francis of Assisi and the resting place of Saint Carlo Acutis, Monsignor Figueiredo brings a unique, lived perspective to the spirituality of the saints. He is closely associated with the devotion to Carlo Acutis, having written on his life and helped promote his witness worldwide, including overseeing relic pilgrimages.
A gifted speaker and educator, and author of several books and many articles, Monsignor Figueiredo is known for his engaging presentations that help others encounter Christ more deeply through Scripture and the lives of the saints, especially during this 800th anniversary year of Saint Francis of Assisi.
