St. Agnes of Assisi is remembered as a co-founder of the Poor Clares, a monastic order for women established by her sister, St. Clare of Assisi. Renowned for her deep spirituality and commitment to a life of poverty and humility, she played a vital role in spreading the Franciscan ideals. Agnes is also celebrated for her unwavering faith and dedication to serving others, embodying the principles of love and compassion central to the Franciscan tradition. Her feast day is observed on January 16.
If you are referring to St. Agnes the martyr, no she was not a nun. If you are referring to St. Agnes of Assisi, yes,she was a nun.
No, it was St. Agnes of Assisi who was St. Clare's sister.
St. Clare of Assisi had two sisters: Agnes and Beatrice.
Agnes of Assisi was born in 1197.
To learn about St. Francis of Assisi and what he is remembered for, click on the link to his biography below.
St. Agnes of Assisi is the sister of St. Clare.
Yes, St. Agnes of Assisi's father was Count Favorino Scifi. He was a wealthy nobleman from Assisi who opposed his daughter's desire to enter religious life and tried to arrange a marriage for her instead.
Yes, she had at least two sisters, Agnes (later Saint Agnes) of Assisi and Beatrice. Both became nuns as well as Clare's mother.
No, Agnes of Assisi was not a martyr. She died of natural causes.
St. Agnes, the younger sister of St. Clare of Assisi is reported to be the patron saint of:affianced couplesbetrothed couplesbodily puritychastityChildren of MaryColegio Capranica of Romecropsengaged couplesgardenersGirl ScoutsgirlsManresa, Spainrape victimsRockville Centre, New York, diocese ofvirgins
Saint Agnes of Assisi was the younger sister of Saint Clare of Assisi.
Saint Clare had two younger sisters: Agnes and Beatrice.