Saints

Driven away by Padre Pio, he recognizes his sins

Driven away by Padre Pio, he recognizes his sins

Padre Pio, the stigmatized friar of Pietrelcina was a true mystery of faith. With his ability to confess for hours without getting tired, he has…

"Pious. A saint of the Madonna” One of the most loved and venerated saints of all time

"Pious. A saint of the Madonna” One of the most loved and venerated saints of all time

Padre Pio of Pietrelcina is one of the most loved and venerated saints of all time, but his figure is often distorted by less than faithful images...

Padre Pio's prophecy to Father Giuseppe Ungaro

Padre Pio's prophecy to Father Giuseppe Ungaro

Padre Pio, Saint of Pietrelcina, known for his numerous miracles and his great devotion towards the most needy, left a prophecy that…

Saint Luigi Orione: the Saint of charity

Saint Luigi Orione: the Saint of charity

Don Luigi Orione was an extraordinary priest, a true model of dedication and altruism for all those who knew him. Born to parents…

Saint Christina, the martyr who endured her father's martyrdom in order to honor her faith

Saint Christina, the martyr who endured her father's martyrdom in order to honor her faith

In this article we want to talk to you about Saint Christina, a Christian martyr who is celebrated on July 24th by the Church. Her name means “consecrated to…

Padre Pio's words after the death of Pope Pius XII

Padre Pio's words after the death of Pope Pius XII

On October 9, 1958, the whole world was mourning the death of Pope Pius XII. But Padre Pio, the stigmatized friar of San…

The extraordinary vision of the face of Jesus appearing to Saint Gertrude

The extraordinary vision of the face of Jesus appearing to Saint Gertrude

Saint Gertrude was a 12th century Benedictine nun with a profound spiritual life. She was famous for her devotion to Jesus and…

The story of San Gerardo, the saint who spoke with his guardian angel

The story of San Gerardo, the saint who spoke with his guardian angel

San Gerardo was an Italian religious man, born in 1726 in Muro Lucano in Basilicata. Son of a modest peasant family, he chose to dedicate himself entirely…

San Costanzo and the Dove that led him to the Madonna della Misericordia

San Costanzo and the Dove that led him to the Madonna della Misericordia

The Sanctuary of the Madonna della Misericordia in the province of Brescia is a place of profound devotion and charity, with a fascinating history that has as…

Carlo Acutis reveals 7 important tips that helped him become a Saint

Carlo Acutis reveals 7 important tips that helped him become a Saint

Carlo Acutis, the young blessed known for his profound spirituality, left a precious legacy through his teachings and advice on achieving…

How did Padre Pio experience Lent?

How did Padre Pio experience Lent?

Padre Pio, also known as San Pio da Pietrelcina was an Italian Capuchin friar known and loved for his stigmas and his…

The souls in Purgatory physically appeared to Padre Pio

The souls in Purgatory physically appeared to Padre Pio

Padre Pio was one of the most famous saints of the Catholic Church, known for his mystical gifts and mystical experiences. Between…

The patron saints of Europe (prayer for peace between nations)

The patron saints of Europe (prayer for peace between nations)

The patron saints of Europe are spiritual figures who contributed to the Christianization and protection of countries. One of the most important patron saints of Europe is…

Saint Brigid of Ireland and the miracle of beer

Saint Brigid of Ireland and the miracle of beer

Saint Brigid of Ireland, known as the “Mary of the Gaels” is a venerated figure in the tradition and cult of the Green Isle. Born around the 5th century,…

Saint Matthias, as a faithful disciple, took the place of Judas Iscariot

Saint Matthias, as a faithful disciple, took the place of Judas Iscariot

Saint Matthias, the twelfth apostle, is celebrated on May 14th. His story is atypical, since he was chosen by the other apostles, rather than by Jesus, to…

The symbols of Saint Anthony, patron of the poor and oppressed: the book, the bread and the Baby Jesus

The symbols of Saint Anthony, patron of the poor and oppressed: the book, the bread and the Baby Jesus

Saint Anthony of Padua is one of the most loved and venerated saints in the Catholic tradition. Born in Portugal in 1195 he is known as the patron saint of…

Saint Agnes, the saint martyred like lambs

Saint Agnes, the saint martyred like lambs

The cult of Saint Agnes developed in Rome in the 4th century, during a period in which Christianity suffered numerous persecutions. In that difficult period…

Saint George, the myth, the history, the fortune, the dragon, a knight venerated throughout the world

Saint George, the myth, the history, the fortune, the dragon, a knight venerated throughout the world

The cult of Saint George is very widespread throughout Christianity, so much so that he is considered one of the most venerated saints both in the West and…

Padre Pio predicted the fall of the monarchy to Maria Josè

Padre Pio predicted the fall of the monarchy to Maria Josè

Padre Pio, a 20th century priest and mystic, predicted the end of the monarchy to Maria José. This prediction is a curious episode in the life of…

The mystery of Padre Pio's stigmata... why did they close upon his death?

The mystery of Padre Pio's stigmata... why did they close upon his death?

The mystery of Padre Pio continues to intrigue intellectuals and historians even today, fifty years after his death. The friar from Pietralcina has caught the attention…

The great faith of Blessed Eurosia, known as Mamma Rosa

The great faith of Blessed Eurosia, known as Mamma Rosa

Eurosia Fabrisan, known as mother Rosa, was born on 27 September 1866 in Quinto Vicentino, in the province of Vicenza. She married Carlo Barban…

Saint Anthony stood on a boat and began speaking to the fish, one of the most evocative miracles

Saint Anthony stood on a boat and began speaking to the fish, one of the most evocative miracles

Saint Anthony is one of the most venerated and loved saints in the Catholic tradition. His life is legendary and many of his deeds and miracles are…

Saint Angela Merici we invoke you to defend us from all diseases, help us and give us your protection

Saint Angela Merici we invoke you to defend us from all diseases, help us and give us your protection

With the arrival of winter, the flu and all the seasonal ailments have also returned to visit us. For the most fragile, such as the elderly and children,…

San Felice: the martyr healed the illnesses of the pilgrims who crawled under his sarcophagus

San Felice: the martyr healed the illnesses of the pilgrims who crawled under his sarcophagus

Saint Felix was a Christian martyr venerated in the Catholic and Orthodox Church. He was born in Nablus, Samaria and suffered martyrdom during the persecution of…

The miracle that made Saint Maximilian Kolbe the Polish friar who died in Auschwitz blessed

The miracle that made Saint Maximilian Kolbe the Polish friar who died in Auschwitz blessed

Saint Maximilian Kolbe was a Polish Conventual Franciscan friar, born on 7 January 1894 and died in the Auschwitz concentration camp on 14…

Saint Anthony the Abbot: who is the patron saint of animals

Saint Anthony the Abbot: who is the patron saint of animals

Saint Anthony the Abbot, known as the first abbot and the founder of monasticism, is a saint venerated in the Christian tradition. Originally from Egypt, he lived as a hermit in…

Why is Saint Anthony the Abbot depicted with a pig at his feet?

Why is Saint Anthony the Abbot depicted with a pig at his feet?

Those who know Saint Anthony know that he is represented with a black pig at his belt. This work is by the famous artist Benedetto Bembo from the chapel of…

On his deathbed, Saint Anthony asked to see a statue of Mary

On his deathbed, Saint Anthony asked to see a statue of Mary

Today we want to talk to you about the great love of Saint Anthony towards Mary. In previous articles we were able to see how many saints venerated and were devoted to…

Saint Cecilia, the patroness of music who sang even while being tortured

Saint Cecilia, the patroness of music who sang even while being tortured

November 22nd is the anniversary of Saint Cecilia, a Christian virgin and martyr who is known as the patron saint of music and protector…

Saint Anthony faces the wrath and violence of Ezzelino da Romano

Saint Anthony faces the wrath and violence of Ezzelino da Romano

Today we want to tell you about the meeting between Saint Anthony, born in 1195 in Portugal with the name of Fernando, and Ezzelino da Romano, a cruel and… leader

The most famous conversions and repentances of sinner saints

The most famous conversions and repentances of sinner saints

Today we talk about holy sinners, those who, despite their experiences of sin and guilt, have embraced the faith and mercy of God, becoming…

Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, protector of young people and students "We invoke you, help our children"

Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, protector of young people and students "We invoke you, help our children"

In this article we want to talk to you about San Luigi Gonzaga, a young saint. Born in 1568 into a noble family, Louis was designated as heir by…

The miracles of Saint Margaret of Cortona, victim of the jealousy and torments of her stepmother

The miracles of Saint Margaret of Cortona, victim of the jealousy and torments of her stepmother

Saint Margaret of Cortona lived a life full of happy and otherwise events that made her famous even before her death. About her Her story…

Saint Scholastica, the twin sister of Saint Benedict of Nursia broke her vow of silence just to talk to God

Saint Scholastica, the twin sister of Saint Benedict of Nursia broke her vow of silence just to talk to God

The story of Saint Benedict of Nursia and his twin sister Saint Scholastica is an extraordinary example of spiritual union and devotion. The two belonged…

San Biagio and the tradition of eating panettone on February 3 (Prayer to San Biagio for the blessing of the throat)

San Biagio and the tradition of eating panettone on February 3 (Prayer to San Biagio for the blessing of the throat)

In this article we want to talk to you about a tradition linked to San Biagio di Sebaste, doctor and patron saint of ENT doctors and protector of those who suffer…

Saint Paschal Babylon, the patron saint of cooks and pastry chefs and his devotion to the Blessed Sacrament

Saint Paschal Babylon, the patron saint of cooks and pastry chefs and his devotion to the Blessed Sacrament

Saint Pasquale Baylon, born in Spain in the second half of the 16th century, was a religious belonging to the Order of Alcantarine Friars Minor. Not having been able to study…

Saint Thomas, the skeptical apostle “If I don't see I don't believe”

Saint Thomas, the skeptical apostle “If I don't see I don't believe”

St. Thomas is one of Jesus' apostles who is often remembered for his attitude of unbelief. Despite this he was an enthusiastic apostle also…

Padre Pio, from the suspension of the sacraments to rehabilitation by the church, the path towards holiness

Padre Pio, from the suspension of the sacraments to rehabilitation by the church, the path towards holiness

Padre Pio, also known as San Pio da Pietrelcina, was and still is one of the most loved and venerated saints in history. Born on…

The meeting between Natuzza Evolo and Padre Pio, two humble people who sought God in their life experience

The meeting between Natuzza Evolo and Padre Pio, two humble people who sought God in their life experience

Many articles have talked about the similarities between Padre Pio and Natuzza Evolo. These similarities of life and experiences become even more…

Dolindo Ruotolo: Padre Pio defined him as "the holy apostle of Naples"

Dolindo Ruotolo: Padre Pio defined him as "the holy apostle of Naples"

November 19th marked the 50th anniversary of the death of Don Dolindo Ruotolo, a priest from Naples about to be beatified, known for his…

Padre Pio and the connection with Our Lady of Fatima

Padre Pio and the connection with Our Lady of Fatima

Padre Pio of Pietrelcina, known for his profound spirituality and stigmatization, had a particular connection with Our Lady of Fatima. During a period…

Twenty years ago he became a saint: Padre Pio, a model of faith and charity (Video prayer to Padre Pio in difficult moments)

Twenty years ago he became a saint: Padre Pio, a model of faith and charity (Video prayer to Padre Pio in difficult moments)

Padre Pio, born Francesco Forgione on 25 May 1887 in Pietrelcina, was an Italian religious figure who profoundly influenced the Catholic faith of the XNUMXth...

Saint Julia, the girl who preferred martyrdom to avoid betraying her God

Saint Julia, the girl who preferred martyrdom to avoid betraying her God

In Italy, Giulia is one of the most loved female names. But what do we know about Saint Julia, except that she preferred to suffer martyrdom rather than...

Saint Matilda of Hackeborn called "the nightingale of God" and the promise of the Madonna

Saint Matilda of Hackeborn called "the nightingale of God" and the promise of the Madonna

The story of Saint Matilde of Hackerbon revolves completely around the Helfta Monastery and also inspired Dante Alighieri. Matilde was born in Saxony in…

Saint Faustina Kowalska “Apostle of Divine Mercy” and her encounters with Jesus

Saint Faustina Kowalska “Apostle of Divine Mercy” and her encounters with Jesus

Saint Faustina Kowalska was a Polish nun and Catholic mystic of the 25th century. She was born on August 1905, XNUMX in Głogowiec, a small town located…

The profound bond between Saint Anthony of Padua and Baby Jesus

The profound bond between Saint Anthony of Padua and Baby Jesus

The deep bond between Saint Anthony of Padua and the Child Jesus is often hidden in the lesser-known details of his life. Shortly before his passing,…

Saint Rita of Cascia, the mystic of forgiveness (Prayer to the miraculous Saint Rita)

Saint Rita of Cascia, the mystic of forgiveness (Prayer to the miraculous Saint Rita)

Saint Rita of Cascia is a figure who has always fascinated both scholars and theologians, but understanding her life is complex, since…

The Christmas of the "poor man" of Assisi

The Christmas of the "poor man" of Assisi

Saint Francis of Assisi had a particular devotion to Christmas, considering it more significant than any other holiday of the year. He believed that although the Lord had…

Padre Pio and the deep connection with Christmas spirituality

Padre Pio and the deep connection with Christmas spirituality

There are many saints depicted holding Baby Jesus in their arms, one among many, Saint Anthony of Padua, a very well-known saint depicted with little Jesus...

The story of Saint Theodore martyr, patron and protector of children (Video prayer)

The story of Saint Theodore martyr, patron and protector of children (Video prayer)

The noble and venerated Saint Theodore came from the city of Amasea in Pontus and served as a Roman legionary during the ferocious persecution orchestrated by…