Blessed Mariano Of Roccacasale
Also known as: Cicchetti (childhood nickname; means “snack size” or “little bit”); Domenico di Nicolantonio; Marianus
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
May 31
Born
January 13, 1778
Died
May 31, 1866
Beatified
3 October 1999 by Pope John Paul II
Biography
Blessed Mariano of Roccacasale, also known as Cicchetti, was born on 13 January 1778 in Roccacasale, L'Aquila, Italy, to a humble and devout farm family. His childhood nickname, Cicchetti, which means "snack size" or "little bit," reflected his small stature and gentle nature.