Franciscans in Málaga celebrate 800th anniversary of Saint Francis' death

The Franciscan Order is holding commemorations in Málaga to mark the 800th anniversary of the death of Saint Francis of Assisi. The anniversary falls on October 3, marking the conclusion of a jubilee year that began on January 10 and is scheduled to end on January 10, 2027.

The celebrations take place at the Santo Cristo de la Salud church in the capital. Following events that began on September 28, the community will hold a vigil at 19.00 on Saturday, October 3, to commemorate the transit. On Sunday, October 4, at 13.00, Francisco Pérez, the archbishop emeritus of Pamplona, will preside over a solemn Eucharist.