Prophet of the People: A Biography of Padre Pio st benedict Joseph and the Seven Griefs

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it serves both as a prayer companion and a decorative keepsake

featuring smooth wooden beads and a traditional double-knot design for strength

and other sacred images

translated between the years 1582 and 1610 and revised by Bishop Richard Challoner from 1749-1752

Prophet of the People: A Biography of Padre Pio st benedict Joseph and the Seven GriefsPadre Pio, a Capuchin priest, from 1918 until his death in 1968, bore the wounds of Christ. Because of his holy life, he was canonized by Pope John Paul II in 2002. Although Padre Pio's earthly life has ended, devout admirers from the world over continue to stream into the town which has become synonymous with his name. They come seeking blessings, favors, and even miracles, as did countless believers before, while this inspiring stigmatist lived.