Blessed Francis Piani - Catholic Blessed

Blessed Francis Piani

Also known as: Francis of Caldarola; Francis of Calderola

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

September 28

Died

September 12, 1507

Beatified

Miracles reported at his graves, and devotion to him was recorded as early as 1511

Biography

Blessed Francis Piani, also known as Francis of Caldarola or Francis of Calderola, was born in 1424 in the small farming community of Caldarola, Macerata, Italy. Coming from humble beginnings, he witnessed the struggles and hardships faced by his fellow villagers, particularly at the hands of high-interest money lenders and pawn dealers. This experience deeply impacted Francis and motivated him to dedicate his life to serving others and promoting social justice.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified1843-09-01 by Miracles reported at his graves, and devotion to him was recorded as early as 1511; 1634 by Pope Urban VII (cultus confirmation); 1 September 1843 by Pope Gregory XVI (cultus confirmation)