Blessed Ponzio Of Barellis

Blessed Ponzio Of Barellis, also known as Ponce of Barelli, was born in Toulouse, France. Little is known about his early life, but he distinguished himself academically by receiving a doctorate in civil law. However, his true calling was to the religious life, and he joined the Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy, commonly known as the Mercedarians.