Blessed Sebastian Valfrè

Blessed Sebastian Valfrè, also known as the Apostle of Turin, was born on 9 March 1629 in Verduno, in the Duchy of Savoy, which is now part of modern Italy. Coming from a poor family, he faced numerous challenges but persevered with his studies, eventually graduating from the prestigious University of Turin. His academic achievements led him to join the Oratory of Saint Philip Neri in Turin on 26 May 1651, where he experienced a deepening of his faith and a call to serve others.