Saint Padre Pio

Padre Pio gave himself to the Mass, confession, intercession, and patient endurance of suffering.

He calls Catholics back to reverence, penance, and confidence in sacramental grace.

• prayer
• reverence
• perseverance

1. Approach Mass and confession more deliberately.
2. Offer suffering without self-pity.

Traditionally invoked for: confession-and-mercy.

September 23 in many calendars. Local observances and ranks can vary.