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)
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.