Pio of Pietrelcina

Francesco Forgione (Pietrelcina May 25, 1887 San Giovanni Rotondo - September 23, 1968), canonized Saint Pio of Pietrelcina, was an Italian priest. He took the name Pio when he joined the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin. After his ordination to the priesthood he was very popularly known as Padre Pio.

Vocation

At the early age of 16, 6 January 1903, he entered the novitiate of the Capuchin Friars at Morcone, where on 22 January he took the Franciscan habit and the name of Brother Pio.

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6 January - 1903 - Novitiate - Capuchin - 22 January - Franciscan

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He took simple vows during his novitiate year, and on 27 January 1907, made his solemn profession.

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27 January - 1907

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