SAINT IGNATIUS

 

Saint Ignatius of Santhià
Saint Ignatius of Santhià

By Edward Matulanya 

Saint Ignatius of Santhià (1686 – 1770)

Early Life of Saint Ignatius

Saint Ignatius of Santhià, born Lorenzo Maurizio Belvisotti on 5 June 1686 in Santhià, Piedmont, Italy, was the son of devout farmers. From childhood he demonstrated a deep sense of prayer and charity (Hagiography Circle, 2014).

Religious Vocation of Saint Ignatius

After studying for the diocesan priesthood, he was ordained in 1710. Drawn to a life of greater simplicity and service, he entered the Capuchin branch of the Franciscan Order in 1716, taking the name Ignatius of Santhià (Butler, 1995).

Ministry activities of Saint Ignatius of Santhià

Ignatius served in multiple roles such as Novice master and spiritual director, known for wisdom and patience. Also, saved as Confessor and preacher, especially sought for his compassion in the confessional. Further more, he saved as Hospital chaplain in Turin, ministering tirelessly to the sick and poor.Last hee was celebrated for humility, obedience, and a serene spirit even amid personal illness (Holweck, 1924).

Death and Canonization of Saint Ignatius of Santhià

Ignatius died on 22 September 1770 in Turin. His sanctity was quickly recognized; Pope Paul VI beatified him in 1966, and Pope John Paul II canonized him on 19 May 2002 (Vatican, 2002).

Legacy of Saint Ignatius of Santhià

Feast : 22 September (Roman Martyrology).

Patronage: Spiritual directors, confessors, and those seeking humility.

Remembered for embodying the Franciscan ideals of simplicity, joy, and total trust in God.

References

Butler, A. (1995). Butler’s lives of the saints (Rev. ed., Vol. 3). Collegeville, MN: Liturgical Press.

Holweck, F. G. (1924). A biographical dictionary of the saints. St. Louis, MO: B. Herder Book Co.

Hagiography Circle. (2014). Ignatius of Santhià. Retrieved from http://www.hagiographycircle.com

Vatican. (2002). Homily of John Paul II at the canonization of Ignatius of Santhià. Retrieved from https://www.vatican.va

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