Blessed Constantius of Fabriano

Also known as

  • Constantius Bernocchi

Memorial

Profile

Known as a pious child; Constantius once convinced his parents to pray with him for the healing of his terminally ill sister - and she was immediately cured. He joined the Dominicans at age 15 at the convent of Santa Lucia. Spiritual student of Blessed Laurence of Ripafratta, Blessed Conradin and Saint Antoninus. Reforming prior of the friary of San Marco in Florence, Italy. Noted peacemaker in local disturbances. Known as a miracle worker and for his gift of prophecy; he miraculously knew the instant of the death of Saint Antoninus. He was considered a saint in life by all who knew him.

Born

Died

  • 1481 of natural causes
  • the local senate and council assembled at the news of his death, proclaimed it a “public calamity”, and voted to pay for the funeral

Beatified

Prayers

God of justice and truth, you made Blessed Constantius renowned for his unceasing prayer and his zeal for peace. By the help of his prayers may we walk in the path of justice and reach everlasting peace and glory. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. - General Calendar of the Order of Preachers

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