Saint Peter († between AD 64 and 68) was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, leaders of the early Christian Church. He is also venerated as the "Apostle of the Apostles" and the first pope of the Roman Catholic Church, ordained by Jesus in the "Rock of My Church" dialogue in Matthew 16:18. The Christian churches all venerate Peter as a major saint and associate him with founding the Church of Antioch and later the Church in Rome.
Saint Paul († AD 67) was an Apostle who taught the gospel of Christ to the first-century world and is generally considered one of the most important figures of the Apostolic Age founding several churches in Asia Minor and Europe. The Roman Martyrology assigns 29 June as the feast day of both Apostles, Peter and Paul.
Saint Severinus of Septempeda (†482) (†550 AD) with his brother and Victorinus of Camerino (†543) were both bishops and hermits of the 6th century. Severinus died in 545 and His remains were hidden in the Cathedral of St. Maria in Septempeda to protect them from looting; found in 590 during the restoration of the cathedral, they were brought to Monte Nero. Their joint feast day is June 8.
Saint Illuminatus of Arce (†c. 1260–1266) was an early follower of Saint Francis of Assisi who played a significant role in Franciscan history. During the Fifth Crusade, Illuminatus accompanied Francis on a mission to the court of Sultan al-Kāmil in Egypt. Later, in 1224, he was the first to observe the stigmata on Francis at La Verna and persuaded him to publicize this miraculous event. By 1246, Illuminatus resided in Greccio. He is mentioned in Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy," appearing in the Heaven of the Sun among esteemed theologians and mystics.
Saint Pacificus of San Severino (†1721) was an Italian Roman Catholic priest renowned for his piety and reported miracles. He was orphaned at a young age and raised by the archdeacon of the Cathedral of San Severino. He joined the Franciscan Order of the Reformati at Forano, adopting the religious name "Pacificus." Ordained as a priest on June 4, 1678, Pacificus served as a professor of philosophy for six years at Fossombrone and later worked as a missionary in central-northern Italy. Despite enduring severe health issues, including lameness, deafness, and blindness, he maintained a life of deep contemplation and was believed to possess miraculous abilities. After his death on September 24, 1721, numerous miracles were attributed to him, leading to his beatification by Pope Pius VI on August 4, 1786, and subsequent canonization by Pope Gregory XVI on May 26, 1839. His feast day is celebrated on September 24, and he is considered the patron saint of those suffering from chronic pain.
Blessed Bentivoglio de Bonis (1188–1232) was an Italian Franciscan priest renowned for his humility, obedience, and dedication to Franciscan ideals. Born in San Severino Marche to Giraldo and Albasia, he was inspired by the preaching of Paolo da Spoleto and joined the Friars Minor, receiving the habit from Saint Francis of Assisi himself. His life was marked by profound acts of charity and humility. He resided in the convent of Ponte del Trave, where he cared for a leprosy-stricken friar. When instructed to relocate to another convent approximately twenty kilometers away, Bentivoglio, unwilling to abandon the ailing brother, carried him on his shoulders. Miraculously, he completed the journey swiftly and without fatigue, a testament to his unwavering compassion and strength. His virtuous life led to numerous miracles attributed to his intercession. Pope Pius IX confirmed his cult, bestowing upon him the title of Blessed on September 20, 1852. Bentivoglio's feast day is celebrated on December 25, honoring his enduring legacy of faith and service.
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