A portrait of St. Felix of Cantalice
St. Felix of Cantalice
1515 – 1587
Feast
May 18 · XVI c.
Patron of
Capuchin brothers · Children · Beggars
Order
Religious / Capuchin Brother
Italian Capuchin lay brother (1515-1587), shepherd from Cantalice in the Abruzzi who became the questor of the Capuchin friary on the Quirinal in Rome for forty years. Friend of St. Philip Neri and St. Charles Borromeo, called by the Roman populace "Brother Deo Gratias" for his constant phrase. First canonized Capuchin (1712 by Clement XI).
Life & Times
Born: 1515 · Died: 1587 · From: Italy.
Patronage
St. Felix of Cantalice is invoked as the patron of capuchin brothers, children, beggars. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Felix of Cantalice, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.