Apr 5 – Bl. John of Penna – Franciscan Saint of the Day

 

The life of Bl. John of Penna, Confessor, First Order (1193-1275) for the Franciscan Saint of the Day for Apr 5. John was born in Penna San Giovanni, Fermo, Italy, and was a preacher who went to France to spread the Order. He had a strong desire to go to God and was told in advance of his death.

Reflection is on Christian Meekness which brings rewards to men.

For more on Bl. John of Penna
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giovanni_da_Penna
- https://catholicsaints.info/blessed-john-of-penna/

Also on Youtube: https://youtu.be/C_XMS-YCE-U

Read by Fr. Ignatius Manfredonia, FI from Marion Habig's 'The Franciscan Book of Saints' Revised Edition, Franciscan Herald Press, ISBN: 978-0819907516

Playlist of Franciscan Saints: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TxcAETrU_k&list=PLejh_e0-LN4wErRczZGry4TXytCZFiLCm
Ave Maria!

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