October 4 is the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, in Catholic tradition. Francis's biggest achievements were restoring San Damiano church and founding the Franciscan religious order. He was instrumental in returning the Church to Benedictine vows of poverty, chastity, obedience and humility. He wrote "Brother Sun, Sister Moon" and the Prayer of St. Francis (Make me a channel of your peace) from which 12-step programs take the Serenity Prayer. Children love him as the patron saint of animals. So here are
Free Printable Saints, Animals Crafts for Feast of St. Francis