Saint Francis of Paola
Also known as: Franciscus de Paula; Francis the Fire Handler; Francesco di Paola; Francisco de Paula
Saint
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
April 2
Born
March 27, 1416
Died
April 2, 1507
Canonized
1519 by Pope Leo X
Biography
Saint Francis of Paola, also known as Franciscus de Paula, Francis the Fire Handler, Francesco di Paola, and Francisco de Paula, was born on March 27, 1416, in Paola, Calabria, Kingdom of Italy (part of modern Italy). His parents had been childless for many years until they prayed for the intercession of Saint Francis of Assisi, after which they were blessed with three children, with Francis being the eldest....