Description
Medal – Padre Pio – Silver Oxide (22mm x 15mm) Designed and Made In Italy
Saint Padre Pio (born Francesco Forgione; 1887–1968) was an Italian Capuchin friar, priest, and mystic. He is one of the most venerated figures in the Catholic Church, famously known for bearing the stigmata—the bleeding wounds of Jesus’ crucifixion—on his hands, feet, and side for 50 years.
Key Facts & Legacy
Miraculous Gifts: Beyond the stigmata, he was reported to possess gifts of bilocation (being in two places at once), healing, and the ability to “read hearts” during confessions.
The Confessional: He spent up to 10–12 hours a day hearing confessions, drawing thousands of pilgrims to his monastery in San Giovanni Rotondo.
Famous Quote: His most well-known advice to the faithful was: “Pray, hope, and don’t worry”.
Major Work: He founded the Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza (“Home for the Relief of Suffering”), a world-class hospital in Italy that opened in 1956.
Sainthood: He was canonised by Pope John Paul II on 16 June 2002. His feast day is celebrated on 23 September.
Patronage He is the patron saint of: Adolescents, Civil defence volunteers, Stress relief
