Saint Charles of Sezze
Also known as: Carlo of Sezze; Giancarlo Marchioni; John Charles Marchioni; Karl av Sezze; Karl von Sezze
Saint
Feast Day
January 6
Born
October 19, 1613
Died
January 6, 1670
Canonized
12 April 1959 by Pope John XXIII
Beatified
22 January 1882 by Pope Leo XIII
Biography
Saint Charles of Sezze, also known as Carlo of Sezze, was born on October 19, 1613, in Sezze, Roman Campagna, Italy. He came from a poor but devout family, and from a young age, Charles worked as a shepherd to support his family. Despite his humble beginnings, his family recognized his vocation to the priesthood and encouraged him to pursue it....
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