23/09/2026
𝑯𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒚 𝑭𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒕 𝑫𝒂𝒚, 𝑺𝒕. 𝑷𝒂𝒅𝒓𝒆 𝑷𝒊𝒐! 🙏
Today, September 23, we honor St. Pio of Pietrelcina, commonly known as Padre Pio, an Italian Capuchin friar and priest known for his deep love for Jesus, devotion to prayer, the celebration of the Holy Eucharist, and ministry of reconciliation. Born Francesco Forgione on May 25, 1887, in Pietrelcina, Italy, he entered the Capuchin novitiate at the age of 15 and took the name Brother Pio. He was ordained a priest in 1910 and spent most of his priestly ministry at San Giovanni Rotondo.
Padre Pio became known for his profound prayer life and for bearing the stigmata, the wounds corresponding to those of Christ's Passion. He devoted himself especially to celebrating Holy Mass, hearing confessions, spiritual direction, prayer, and serving those who came to him seeking God's mercy.
“Pray, hope, and don’t worry.”
— Traditionally attributed to St. Padre Pio
As students, we can follow the example of St. Padre Pio by:
✨️ Making time for prayer and keeping God at the center of our lives.
✨️ Trusting God even when we experience difficulties and challenges.
✨️ Showing compassion and kindness to those who need our help.
✨️ Being humble and not seeking praise or recognition.
✨️ Asking for God's mercy and learning to forgive others.
✨️ Using our talents and abilities to serve God and the people around us.
St. Padre Pio teaches us that holiness can be lived through ordinary acts of faithfulness, prayer, sacrifice, and service. His life was centered on Christ, especially through the Eucharist and the Sacrament of Reconciliation.