Saint Francesco Saverio Maria Bianchi
Also known as: Apostle of Naples; Francis Xavier Bianchi
Saint
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
January 31
Born
December 2, 1743
Died
January 31, 1815
Canonized
21 October 1951 by Pope Pius XII
Beatified
22 January 1893 by Pope Leo XIII
Biography
Saint Francesco Saverio Maria Bianchi, also known as the Apostle of Naples and Francis Xavier Bianchi, was born on 2 December 1743 in Arpino, Frosinone, Italy. From a young age, it was apparent that he had a calling to religious life. At the age of 14, against the objections of his family, he joined the Barnabite order. Francesco Saverio Maria Bianchi's dedication to his vocation was evident throughout his life....