Published 1 month ago • loading... • Updated 1 month agoShow Less IconWhat St. Francis Said True Joy Really Is Summary by National Catholic RegisterPhilip Fruytiers (1610-1666), “St. Francis of Assisi” COMMENTARY: Far beyond the gentle image of the saint preaching to birds, St. Francis presents a demanding vision of joy grounded in the Cross and complete trust in God.Share menu1 Articles1 ArticlesAllLeftCenterRight1Search IconSort IconNational Catholic RegisterRightFactualityOwnershipWhat St. Francis Said True Joy Really IsPhilip Fruytiers (1610-1666), “St. Francis of Assisi” COMMENTARY: Far beyond the gentle image of the saint preaching to birds, St. Francis presents a demanding vision of joy grounded in the Cross and complete trust in God.1 month agoRead Full ArticleThink freely.Subscribe and get full access to Ground NewsSubscriptions start at $9.99/yearSubscribeBlindspot Title And LogoStories disproportionately reported by the Left or the RightSee More BlindspotsCoverage DetailsTotal News Sources1Leaning Left0Leaning Right1Center0Last Updated1 month agoBias Distribution100% RightBias Distribution Too Big Arrow IconToo Big Arrow IconCaret Up Icon100% of the sources lean Right100% RightR 100%Factuality Info IconTo view factuality data please Upgrade to PremiumOwnership Info IconTo view ownership data please Upgrade to VantageNational Catholic Register broke the news 1 month ago on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.Too Big Arrow IconCaret Down IconSources are mostly out of (0)Similar News TopicsCatholic Church Plus IconAssisi Plus IconShow AllBlindspot Title And LogoStories disproportionately reported by the Left or the RightSee More BlindspotsSimilar News TopicsCatholic Church Plus IconAssisi Plus IconShow All