Saints

St. Francis was from the town of Assisi, Italy.

Ex cilicio means 'from the hair shirt' which were worn by many saints as penance. They were woven of coarse animal hair and were quite uncomfortable to wear. Some were made of metal links and other materials meant to inflict pain on the wearer as a method of mortification and penance.

Yes, Saint Francis of Assisi had relatives, including his father, Pietro di Bernardone, and his mother, Pica de Bourlemont. He also had siblings - at least one brother, Angelo, and a half-brother, named Matteo.

Saint George was an only child.

Saint Anthony of Padua was recognized for his preaching and devotion to the poor and sick. He is also known for his miracles and the numerous accounts of healing attributed to his intercession. These qualities and deeds led to his canonization as a saint by the Catholic Church.

Saint Thomas Aquinas was educated in Naples, then studied at the University of Paris under Albert the Great.

No, Lucy was not a nun. Orders of religious sisters and nuns did not yet exist at the time.

Yes, St. John Neumann had five siblings: three brothers and two sisters.

No, Thomas Aquinas was a priest and never married.

St. Francis Xavier was a pioneering Roman Catholic missionary of the 16th century. He played a crucial role in spreading Christianity in Asia, particularly in India, Indonesia, and Japan. His efforts facilitated the establishment of many Christian communities in these regions.

Many people consider St. Andrew a role model due to his dedication to spreading Christianity and his humility. He is often seen as an example of selflessness and faith.

To visit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, you can book a tour through their website or contact their visitor services department. The hospital is located in Memphis, Tennessee, so you would need to plan your travel arrangements to the city.

Saint Sebastian is believed to have been born in Gaul in the late 3rd century. He was a Christian who joined the Roman army, but was eventually discovered and sentenced to death for his faith. Despite being tied to a tree and shot with arrows, Sebastian survived and later confronted the emperor, who ordered his second execution by clubbing.

As far as I can determine, Thomas More had no 'mokeys' but did have at least one monkey as well as a number of other animals.

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There is a disagreement as to the place of St. Matthew's martyrdom and the kind of torture inflicted on him, therefore it is not known whether he was burned, stoned, or beheaded. The Roman Martyrology simply says: "S. Matthæi, qui in Æthiopia prædicans martyrium passus est".

He was a slave in Ireland, where he would later convert to Christianity.

Yes, St. Francis is commonly used to refer to St. Francis of Assisi, who was an Italian Catholic friar known for his love of nature and animals, and his dedication to serving the poor.

Saint Joseph served as the earthly father and guardian of Jesus, providing love, guidance, and protection to him during his childhood. Joseph played a crucial role in Jesus' life by raising him in faith and righteousness, and he served as a positive role model for Jesus to follow. Their relationship exemplified a deep bond of love, respect, and devotion.

Saint Lucy also known as Saint Lucia was martyred for her Christian beliefs. She is one of seven women who is part of the Canon of The Mass. She faced a few trails in her life, she lost her father as the age of five, and her mother had a blood disease. She endured persecution and was martyred for her beliefs.

Yes, there are churches and schools around the world named after Mary MacKillop, including schools in Australia and New Zealand. In Australia, the Mary MacKillop Chapel is located in North Sydney and there are several schools named after her, such as Mary MacKillop College in Melbourne.

St. Francis of Assisi was a friar, not a deacon. He founded the Franciscan order, which emphasized poverty, humility, and simplicity in devotion to God.