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Feast Day: August 28
Blessed Angelo Da Pesche Disernia, also known as Blessed Angelo of Pesche, was a devout Franciscan tertiary born around 1400 in the town of Pesche d’Isernia, Italy. Little is known about his early life, but it is believed that he dedicated himself to a life of prayer and service from a young age.
Blessed Angelo joined the Franciscan Order as a tertiary, taking on the role of a gardener and beggar for various Franciscan houses in southern Italy. Despite his humble occupation, he gained a reputation for his personal piety, deep prayer life, and unwavering commitment to his faith.
One of the notable aspects of Blessed Angelo's spiritual journey was his ability to assist others in their own efforts to grow closer to God. He became a sought-after spiritual advisor, offering guidance and support to those who sought his counsel. Many regarded him as a source of profound wisdom and insight.
There are accounts that suggest Blessed Angelo had a unique and extraordinary gift. It is said that when he heard music that reminded him of heavenly choirs, he would enter into a state of ecstasy and even levitate. These mystical experiences further intensified his devotion and strengthened his spiritual bond with God.
In 1460, Blessed Angelo passed away at the Franciscan monastery in Lucera, Foggia, Italy, at the age of sixty. His death was attributed to natural causes, and he was laid to rest in a burial site in Puglia, Italy.
Although Blessed Angelo Da Pesche Disernia has not been formally recognized as a saint, his life and virtues are revered within the Catholic Church. Feast days in his honor are celebrated on August 28th in the Franciscan calendar.
While there is no specific representation associated with Blessed Angelo, it is believed that his humble appearance as a gardener and beggar serves as a symbol of his simplicity and deep humility. His life exemplifies the Franciscan ideals of poverty, prayer, and service to others.
Prayers and devotion to Blessed Angelo continue to inspire believers to seek a deeper relationship with God and to emulate his virtues of piety, humility, and fervent prayer.