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Blessed Conon Of Naso
Blessed Conon Of Naso

Blessed Conon Of Naso

Also known as: Conon of Nesi; Cono; Conone

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

March 28

Born

June 3, 1139

Died

March 1, 28

Beatified

1630 by Pope Urban VIII (cultus confirmation)

Religious Order

Basilian

Biography

Blessed Conon of Naso, also known as Conon of Nesi, Cono, or Conone, was born on June 3, 1139, in Naso, Messina, Italy. He came from a wealthy noble family, as the son of Count Anselmo Navacita, the governor of Naso, and Claudia Santapau. Despite growing up in privilege, Conon felt a deep calling to abandon his worldly possessions and dedicate his life to God.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Feast Days

March 28June 3September 1

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