Blessed James Of Certaldo
Also known as: Jacopo Guidi
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
April 13
Religious Order
Biography
Blessed James of Certaldo, also known as Jacopo Guidi, was born in Certaldo, Italy as Jacopo Guidi. He was the son of a knight from Volterra, a town in modern-day Italy. Inspired by his family's deep devotion to the Catholic faith, James entered the Camaldolese Benedictine order and dedicated his life to serving God.