The Eighth General: Brother Thomas of Città di Castello

22 His election 23 His government 24 His re-election

(22) The eighth General was the Venerable Father Thomas of Città di Castello from the Province of Saint Francis. He was elected in the Chapter assembled in Naples on the feast of Pentecost on 13th May 1159.

(23) This Venerable Father was not very educated, nonetheless he governed our Congregation with great prudence and a very exemplary life. Nor did the Order grow very lax during his time. He was very zealous regarding buildings and was strict about receiving Friars.

(24) When he finished his triennium he assembled the Chapter in Rome and was confirmed in that office again. He governed six years and always with good example.

When he finished his office he retired to the Province of Saint Francis and there he passed away to the better life.