Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows
Also known as: Francesco Possenti; Francis Possenti; Gabriel of the Blessed Virgin; Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother; Gabriel Possenti; Gabriel Marie Possenti; Gabriele dell’Addolorata
Saint
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
February 27
Born
March 1, 1838
Died
February 27, 1862
Canonized
13 May 1920 by Pope Benedict XV
Beatified
31 May 1908 by Pope Pius X
Biography
Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows, also known as Francesco Possenti, was born on 1 March 1838 in Assisi, Italy. He was one of thirteen children in a devout Catholic family. In his youth, Gabriel was drawn towards worldly pursuits, attending the theater, indulging in frivolous activities, and engaging in the chase for women....
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