Come Along, Little Francises!

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Quiz Time

Where was Francis born?
What did the cross at San Damiano say?
Where did Francis set up the first crib?
In which town did Francis make peace with a wolf?
When is the feast of St Francis?
Which saint founded an order with Francis?
On which mountain did he receive the stigmata?
The Tau cross is the shape of which letter?

Answers: 1. Assisi • 2. Repair my house • 3. Greccio • 4. Gubbio • 5. 4 October • 6. Clare • 7. La Verna • 8. Greek 'T'

Francis and his friends — how many animals can you count in this picture?

This Week's Challenge

Put a bowl of water on your terrace for the birds.
Write a thank-you letter to your mum and dad.
Play with a classmate who is sitting alone.

Make Your Own Tau Cross

Draw this T-shaped cross on card, cut it out and write "Peace and All Good" on it. Thread it on a string to wear, or keep it on your study desk. Send us your drawings — the best ones will appear in the next issue!