Just as dioceses or regions celebrate all the Saints associated with the local church or churches, the Seraphic Order also commemorates all the Saints and Blesseds of the Friars Minor, Poor Clares and Secular Franciscans (only a few of whom feature in this proper calendar). They have a common tie since they all drew their inspiration from St. Francis of Assisi. The date chosen for the celebration is a reminder that the Rule of St. Francis was confirmed by Honorius III on 29th November 1223.
First Reading: Sir. 44: 1, 10-15; Gospel: Mark 10: 17-21
