Blessed Bernard Of Corbara
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
2 February (Mercedarians)
Born
Corbara, Orvieto, Italy
Died
Mid-13th-century Barcelona, Spain of natural causes; interred in the Mercedarian church in Barcelona; body reported to be incorrupt
Biography
Blessed Bernard of Corbara, also known as Bernardo Ferrer, was born to the noble family of the counts of Montemarte in Corbara, Orvieto, Italy. He grew up in a devout household and received an excellent education. As a young man, he developed a close friendship with Saint Peter Nolasco, the founder of the Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy, also known as the Mercedarians.
Cause for Canonization
Beatified
Help Build This Profile
Know of a grace or miracle attributed to Blessed Bernard Of Corbara?
Report a Grace or MiracleStay Connected
Get saint inspirations and updates. Join our growing community of faith.