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Padre Pio was canonized in 2002 by Pope John Paul II due to his exemplary life of holiness and devotion to God, as well as his reputation for performing miracles, exhibiting stigmata, and his service to those in need through his ministry. His canonization was also a result of the widespread devotion and veneration of the faithful towards him.
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∙ 9y agoPadre Pio was gifted with the stigmata as well as the ability to read souls and also had the gift of bilocation. He spent his days counseling individuals and also spent many, many hours in the confessional everyday. He worked to obtain medical care for those who had no resources to seek it and was able to construct a modern medical facility and hospital to serve the needy. He devoted his life to prayer, meditation and helping others.
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∙ 10y agoPadre pio was named a saint because he was a canonized man and was dedicated his life to Jesus
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∙ 6y agowow I never knew that
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When was Saint Padre Pio canonized?
Padre Pio was canonized on June 16, 2002, by Pope John Paul II at Rome, Italy.
When was Francis Forgione canonized?
Francesco Forgione, Padre Pio, was canonized on June 16, 2002, by Pope John Paul II.
Was Padre Pio a lay saint?
No, Padre Pio was a priest.
What actors and actresses appeared in Padre Pio - 2006?
The cast of Padre Pio - 2006 includes: Stefano Crescentini as Padre Pio - boy Sergio Di Stefano as Padre Pio Gabriele Patriarca as Padre Pio - child Dario Penne as Prefetto
What was Saint Padre Pio's profession?
Padre Pio was a Capuchin friar.
What is Padre Pio's feast day?
September 23 is the feast of Padre Pio.
When was Padre Pio born?
Padre Pio was born on May 25, 1887.
What is Saint Padre Pio the patron saint of?
Padre Pio is not currently a patron saint.
Where was Saint Padre Pio born?
St Padre Pio was born in Pietrelcina, Italy.
What virtues did Padre Pio show?
Padre Pio displayed selflessness, empathy, and faithfulness
What is Saint Padre Pio's full name?
Padre Pio's birth name was Francesco Forgione.
What does Padre Pio's name mean?
'Padre' means 'father' and 'Pio' means 'devout, or devoted'.
