# Feast day of Saint Clare of Assisi

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/feast-day-of-saint-clare-of-assisi
> Updated: 2026-08-11T09:21:02.000Z. Sources: 29. Developments: 2.

The feast day of Saint Clare of Assisi is observed on August 11, honoring the 13th-century founder of the Order of Poor Clares. Born into a noble family in Assisi, Italy, Clare renounced her wealth to follow the spiritual path of Saint Francis of Assisi, eventually serving as abbess at the monastery of the Church of San Damiano for over 40 years.

Religious celebrations in Assisi include liturgies at the Basilica of Saint Clare and the Cathedral of San Rufino, drawing pilgrims to reflect on her legacy of poverty and contemplative prayer. In 1958, Pope Pius XII designated her the patron saint of television and telecommunications, a title linked to a tradition in which she spiritually experienced a Mass while bedridden.

Historical accounts also highlight her courage; in 1240, she reportedly protected the monastery and the city of Assisi from an attack by displaying the Blessed Sacrament.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-11: St. Clare of Assisi: Feast day honors founder of the Poor Clares

The Catholic Church commemorates the feast day of St. Clare of Assisi, the noble-born founder of the Poor Clares known for her radical poverty and spiritual leadership.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/st-clare-of-assisi-feast-day-honors-founder-of-the-poor-clares

### 2026-08-09: Saint Clare of Assisi celebrated on feast day

August 11 commemorates Saint Clare of Assisi, founder of the Poor Clares and patron saint of television, celebrated through religious festivities and reflections on her life of poverty and faith.

25 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manfria-administration-denies-funding-for-saint-clare-feast

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