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St Anthony is venerated all over the world as the Patron Saint for lost articles, and is credited with many miracles involving lost people, lost things and even lost spiritual goods.
Saint Anthony of Padua holding the Infant Jesus by Strozzi, c. 1625; the white lily represents purity. In 1222, in the town of Forlì, a number of visiting Dominican friars were present for the occasion of an ordination, and a misunderstanding arose over who should preach.
St. Anthony of Padua (born 1195, Lisbon, Portugal—died June 13, 1231, Arcella, Verona [Italy]; canonized 1232; feast day June 13) was a Franciscan friar and a dedicated patron of the poor.
Saint Anthony of Padua, patron saint of lost and stolen articles, was a powerful Franciscan preacher and teacher. He’s typically portrayed holding the child Jesus—or a lily—or a book—or all three—in his arms.
June 13: Saint Anthony of Padua, Priest and Doctor—Memorial. 1195–1231. Patron Saint of amputees, animals, mail, horses, expectant mothers, fishermen, harvests, lost articles, boatmen, and travelers, as well as the elderly, oppressed, poor, and starving.
Jun 13, 2024 · Debtor to the thought of St. Augustine of Hippo, Anthony throughout his whole life lived the harmony of mind and heart, seeking the wisdom of speculation and practicing virtue, equally dedicated to study and prayer. A Doctor of the Church, in Padua he is is simply called “the Saint”.
A favorite in much of the Catholic world, St. Anthony of Padua has more cities and places named after him than any other saint—68. This includes forty-four in Latin America, fifteen in the United States, four in Canada, four in the Philippines, and one in Spain.
Jun 13, 2024 · Saint Anthony of Padua, Doctor of the Church, patron saint of lost and stolen articles, was a powerful Franciscan preacher and teacher.
Jun 13, 2024 · An Augustinian monk who was inspired by the martyrdom of Franciscan missionaries, Saint Anthony of Padua joined the Franciscans hoping to be a missionary. But God had other plans for him. He became one of the outstanding philosopher/theologians of the Order.
Jun 1, 2024 · Saint Anthony of Padua. Welcome to the great Anthonian family. of the Friars Minor Conventual. at the Basilica of St. Anthony in Padua! 800 years ago the stigmata of St. Francis. This video recounts the extraordinary event.
