Amato Ronconi
| Saint Amato Ronconi | |
|---|---|
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| Confessor | |
| Born |
1225 Saludecio, Rimini, Italy |
| Died |
8 May 1292 Saludecio, Rimini, Italy |
| Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church |
| Beatified | 17 April 1776 by Pope Pius VI |
| Canonized | 23 November 2014, Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City by Pope Francis |
| Feast | 8 May |
| Patronage | Saludecio |
Saint Amato Ronconi (1225 - 8 May 1292) was an Italian who became a member of the Secular Franciscan Order. He was beatified in 1776 and was canonized in 2014.
Biography
Ronconi was born in 1225 into a wealthy family but was orphaned at a young age. It fell upon his older brother, Giacomo, to care for him. He spent his years growing up in his brother's home.
Feeling a call to serve God, he devoted his life to catering to the needs of the poor and assisting the pilgrims. He joined the Secular Franciscan Order and adopted a life of hermitage. He eventually emerged and constructed various chapels and shelters for pilgrims, some of which still exist today. He made four pilgrimages to Spain.[1][2]
His remains are on display in the church of San Biagio, Saludecio.
Canonization
Pope Pius VI beatified Ronconi in 1776. Pope Francis confirmed his heroic virtues on 9 October 2013 which would allow for his canonization to take place. Francis canonized him on 23 November 2014.
References
- ↑ "Saint Amatus Ronconi". Saints SQPN. 2014. Retrieved 3 December 2014.
- ↑ "Blessed Amatus Ronconi". Retrieved 3 December 2014.