FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today.
Sat 3 Oct · 10:00
St Thomas's Catholic Church,
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A day of talks and reflection commemorates the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis on 3 October 2026 at St Thomas's Catholic Church in Canterbury. The event starts at 09:00 and is free to attend.
A day of talks and reflection remembering the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis in 1226
Organised by the Canterbury Franciscan Solitude Group - an ecumencial Christian group which values the virtues of quiet solitude in fraternity, as practiced by St Francis.
Two talks on Franciscan themes, a time for quiet reflection, Mass in honour of the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis.
Plenty of Franciscan fraternity
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FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today. takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 10:00.
FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today. is held at St Thomas's Catholic Church, in Canterbury (Burgate, Canterbury, CT1 2HJ).
Entry to FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today. is free.
The forecast for FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today. is Clear · 12°C.
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A day of talks and reflection commemorates the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis on 3 October 2026 at St Thomas's Catholic Church in Canterbury. The event starts at 09:00 and is free to attend.
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A day of talks and reflection remembering the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis in 1226
Organised by the Canterbury Franciscan Solitude Group - an ecumencial Christian group which values the virtues of quiet solitude in fraternity, as practiced by St Francis.
Two talks on Franciscan themes, a time for quiet reflection, Mass in honour of the 800th anniversary of the death of St Francis.
Plenty of Franciscan fraternity
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today.?
FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today. takes place on Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 10:00.
Where is FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today. taking place?
FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today. is held at St Thomas's Catholic Church, in Canterbury (Burgate, Canterbury, CT1 2HJ).
How much are tickets for FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today.?
Entry to FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today. is free.
What will the weather be like at FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today.?
The forecast for FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today. is Clear · 12°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today.?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of St Thomas's Catholic Church, can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for FRANCIS 800 - against poverty - for peace - values for our lives today.?
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