While Saint Pio is one of the most well known and regarded saints in Christian history, others came before. For example, Saint Francis of Assisi was the first to experience the phenomenon of the Stigmata. Whereas, there has also been more than one Stigmata Catholic Priest whom have gone on to become saints.
Individuals experiencing this phenomena often experience manifestations of wounds, scars and pain like those which effected Jesus during the crucifixion. Whereas, there have also been cases in which permanent scars appear in corresponding locations to those Christ experienced on the cross. In either case, the symbol is considered the Holy Wounds Of Jesus.
One of the biggest differences between Pio and the other saints is the bearing of the stigmata. While Saint Francis of Assisi also bore the symbol, it is considered rarity among those of the Catholic faith. In addition, Saint Pio also healed literally thousands of people during his lifetime and read souls, knowing confessions in case after case from a distance.
While not widely known, most stigmatics are women. In the book, Stigmata: A Medieval Phenomenon in A Modern Age, author Ted Harrison provides that there is no evidence of any single mechanism whereby the symbol could be produced. The most important aspect of the phenomenon is that it is a religious symbol associated with the Catholic faith. While this is the case, most of these type experiences have been defied or debunked as being nothing more than magic or trickery.
Saint Pio was akin to the Apostle Paul in that the saint made apostolic work, in and outside the Catholic church a priority. In addition, like Paul, Pio garnered wisdom, glory and strength through this work. In fact, like Jesus and Paul, Pio made great sacrifices in an attempt to save the world through good news and good works while always proclaiming Jesus, as ultimate Lord and Savior.
A follower of Saint Francis of Assisi, Pio was born in 1887 at Pietrelcina. Being the son of Grazio Forigone and Maria Giuseppa De Nunzio, the saint was baptized one day after birth and given the name Francesco. Then, when 12 years of age, Francesco received the Sacrament of Confirmation and participated in Holy Communion. After which, Francesco became a member of the Catholic church, participating in all Holy Sacraments.
After becoming involved with the Capuchin Friars, Pio accepted a Franciscan habit and the name Brother Pio. After which the young man took vows to become a priest. Upon ordination, Pio remained home to assist with health issues in the family until 1916. During that time, the young priest focused on family, friends and religious studies.
In 1916, Saint Pio was sent to the San Giovanni Rotunda where he remained until having departed this world in 1968. Considering all the good works the saint had accomplished in life, to say the loss was tragic is an understatement. Although, as with Saint Francis of Assisi and others, Saint Pio still answers prayers of the people on an ongoing basis, even beyond the grave.
Individuals experiencing this phenomena often experience manifestations of wounds, scars and pain like those which effected Jesus during the crucifixion. Whereas, there have also been cases in which permanent scars appear in corresponding locations to those Christ experienced on the cross. In either case, the symbol is considered the Holy Wounds Of Jesus.
One of the biggest differences between Pio and the other saints is the bearing of the stigmata. While Saint Francis of Assisi also bore the symbol, it is considered rarity among those of the Catholic faith. In addition, Saint Pio also healed literally thousands of people during his lifetime and read souls, knowing confessions in case after case from a distance.
While not widely known, most stigmatics are women. In the book, Stigmata: A Medieval Phenomenon in A Modern Age, author Ted Harrison provides that there is no evidence of any single mechanism whereby the symbol could be produced. The most important aspect of the phenomenon is that it is a religious symbol associated with the Catholic faith. While this is the case, most of these type experiences have been defied or debunked as being nothing more than magic or trickery.
Saint Pio was akin to the Apostle Paul in that the saint made apostolic work, in and outside the Catholic church a priority. In addition, like Paul, Pio garnered wisdom, glory and strength through this work. In fact, like Jesus and Paul, Pio made great sacrifices in an attempt to save the world through good news and good works while always proclaiming Jesus, as ultimate Lord and Savior.
A follower of Saint Francis of Assisi, Pio was born in 1887 at Pietrelcina. Being the son of Grazio Forigone and Maria Giuseppa De Nunzio, the saint was baptized one day after birth and given the name Francesco. Then, when 12 years of age, Francesco received the Sacrament of Confirmation and participated in Holy Communion. After which, Francesco became a member of the Catholic church, participating in all Holy Sacraments.
After becoming involved with the Capuchin Friars, Pio accepted a Franciscan habit and the name Brother Pio. After which the young man took vows to become a priest. Upon ordination, Pio remained home to assist with health issues in the family until 1916. During that time, the young priest focused on family, friends and religious studies.
In 1916, Saint Pio was sent to the San Giovanni Rotunda where he remained until having departed this world in 1968. Considering all the good works the saint had accomplished in life, to say the loss was tragic is an understatement. Although, as with Saint Francis of Assisi and others, Saint Pio still answers prayers of the people on an ongoing basis, even beyond the grave.
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