Sonia Nazareth McNeil, a Cove parent, has created a painting of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals and the environment.  Saint Francis of Assisi (born Giovanni Francesco di Bernardone; 1181) was an Italian Catholic friar and preacher. He founded the men's Franciscan Order, the women’s Order of St. Clare, and the lay Third Order of Saint Francis.  This 11(w) by 14 (h) oil painting is a lovely addition to your home or perhaps a gift for the upcoming Easter holidays.