Blessed Venturino Of Bergamo

Blessed Venturino of Bergamo, also known as Venturinus or by his birth name Lorenzo de Apibus, was born on 9 April 1304 in Bergamo, Italy. At the age of 15, he joined the Dominican Order on 22 January 1319 at the convent of Saint Stephen in Bergamo. Venturino's deep devotion and intelligence were evident, leading him to pursue further studies and receive ordination in Genoa, Italy.