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|SaintName=St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen
|SaintName=St. Jerome Emiliani
|SaintStage=Saint
|SaintStage=Saint
|SaintBirthDate=1577
|SaintBirthDate=1481
|SaintBirthPlace=Sigmaringen, Germany
|SaintBirthPlace=Venice, Italy
|SaintBirthCoordinates=48.0843° N, 9.2135° E
|SaintBirthCoordinates=45.4408° N, 12.3155° E
|SaintDeathDate=April 24, 1622
|SaintDeathDate=February 8, 1537
|DeathPlace=Seewis im Prättigau, Switzerland
|DeathPlace=Somasca, Italy
|SaintDeathCoordinates=46.9977° N, 9.6452° E
|SaintDeathCoordinates=45.7545° N, 9.3681° E
|SaintCauseOfDeath=Martyrdom
|SaintCauseOfDeath=Disease contracted while tending the sick
|NotableAddress1=Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany (University)
|NotableAddress1=Treviso, Italy (mayor and priest)
|NotableCoordinates1=47.9977° N, 7.8426° E
|NotableCoordinates1=45.6667° N, 12.2417° E
|NotableAddress2=Constance, Germany (Theological studies)
|NotableAddress2=Venice, Italy (education of nephews)
|NotableCoordinates2=47.6603° N, 9.1759° E
|NotableCoordinates2=45.4408° N, 12.3155° E
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|BeatificationDate=March 24, 1729
|BeatificationDate=April 23, 1747
|Beatifier=Pope Benedict XIII
|Beatifier=Pope Benedict XIV
|BeatificationLocation=Rome, Italy
|BeatificationLocation=Rome, Italy
|Canonized=Yes
|Canonized=Yes
|CanonizationDate=June 29, 1746
|CanonizationDate=July 16, 1767
|Canonizer=Pope Benedict XIV
|Canonizer=Pope Clement XIII
|CanonizationLocation=Rome, Italy
|CanonizationLocation=Rome, Italy
|SaintMiracle1=Posthumous miracles at his tomb
|SaintMiracle1=Miracles during his lifetime with orphans
|SaintMiracle2=Healing of a nun from a severe illness
|SaintMiracle2=Posthumous miracles at his tomb
|SaintMiracle3=
|SaintMiracle3=
|FeastDay=April 24
|FeastDay=February 8
|Profession=Lawyer, Priest, Franciscan Friar
|Profession=Soldier, Priest, Founder of Religious Order
|ReligiousAffiliation=Order of Friars Minor Capuchin
|ReligiousAffiliation=Clerks Regular of Somasca (Somascan Fathers)
|Patronage=Lawyers, Sigmaringen, Germany
|Patronage=Orphans, abandoned children
|Attributes=Crucifix, sword, palm of martyrdom
|Attributes=Ball and chain (symbol of his imprisonment), orphans
|PrimaryShrine=Capuchin Church of St. Fidelis, Sigmaringen, Germany
|PrimaryShrine=Church of St. Jerome Emiliani, Somasca, Italy
|AdditionalVeneration=
|AdditionalVeneration=
}}
}}
St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen, born Mark Rey, was a lawyer who turned to the religious life, becoming a Capuchin Franciscan priest known for his zeal in combating heresy<ref name="newadvent.org">www.newadvent.org</ref>. He was sent to preach against Calvinism in Switzerland, where he met his martyrdom in 1622<ref name="catholic.org">www.catholic.org</ref>. His commitment to the poor and his martyrdom have made him a revered figure<ref name="capuchin.org">www.capuchin.org</ref>.
 
'''St. Jerome Emiliani''', born in [[Venice, Italy|Venice]], [[Italy]], in 1481, transformed from a soldier to a humanitarian, dedicating his life to the care of orphans and the sick<ref name="catholic.org">www.catholic.org</ref>. After a spiritual conversion during his imprisonment, he studied for the priesthood and founded the Somascan Fathers, focusing on education and care for the needy<ref name="franciscanmedia.org">www.franciscanmedia.org</ref>.  
 
He is known for his selfless service during times of plague and famine<ref name="ncregister.com">www.ncregister.com</ref>.


==Biography==
==Biography==


=== Birth ===
=== Birth ===
Fidelis was born in 1577 in Sigmaringen, Germany<ref name="wikipedia.org">en.wikipedia.org</ref>.
Jerome Emiliani was born in 1481 in Venice, Italy<ref name="catholic.org"/>.


=== Early Life ===
=== Early Life ===
Raised in a family where his father was the mayor, he received a good education<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
He came from a noble family and initially pursued a career in the military<ref name="franciscanmedia.org"/>.


=== Occupation ===
=== Occupation ===
He practiced law, earning the nickname "the poor man's lawyer" for his advocacy for the underprivileged<ref name="catholicireland.net">catholicireland.net</ref>.
He served as a soldier before his spiritual conversion<ref name="catholic.org"/>.


=== Vocation ===
=== Vocation ===
Disenchanted with the legal profession's corruption, he joined the Capuchin Franciscans in 1612, becoming a friar named Fidelis<ref name="newadvent.org"/>.
After his escape from imprisonment, he studied for the priesthood, becoming ordained in 1518<ref name="franciscanmedia.org"/>. He then dedicated himself to charity, founding the Clerks Regular of Somasca<ref name="ncregister.com"/>.


=== Death ===
=== Death ===
He was martyred on April 24, 1622, in Seewis, Switzerland, while defending the Catholic faith against Calvinism<ref name="capuchin.org"/>.
He died on February 8, 1537, in Somasca, from a disease he contracted while caring for the sick<ref name="catholic.org"/>.


==Significant events==
==Significant events==


* Studied philosophy and law at the University of Freiburg<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>.
* Imprisoned during a military engagement, leading to a conversion experience<ref name="franciscanmedia.org"/>.
* Taught philosophy and practiced law before his religious calling<ref name="catholicireland.net"/>.
* Founded the Somascan Fathers in 1532 to care for orphans and educate youth<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
* Preached to convert Calvinists and Zwinglians in Switzerland<ref name="newadvent.org"/>.
* Established orphanages, hospitals, and shelters during times of plague and famine<ref name="ncregister.com"/>.


== Death ==
== Death ==


St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen died a martyr after being attacked by a mob for his Catholic preaching.
St. Jerome Emiliani succumbed to the disease he contracted while serving the sick, demonstrating his commitment to his charitable mission.


==Canonization==
==Canonization==


=== Servant of God ===
=== Servant of God ===
The process to recognize Fidelis as a Servant of God likely began in the late 17th century, but exact details are not documented<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
The process to recognize Jerome as a Servant of God likely began in the 17th or 18th century, but specific details are not documented<ref name="catholic.org"/>.


===Venerable===
===Venerable===
He was declared Venerable for his life of heroic virtue, though the exact date isn't known<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
Declared Venerable for his life of heroic virtue<ref name="catholic.org"/>, though the exact date is not recorded.


=== Beatification ===
=== Beatification ===
Beatified on March 24, 1729, by Pope Benedict XIII<ref name="newadvent.org"/>.
Beatified on April 23, 1747, by Pope Benedict XIV<ref name="catholic.org"/>.


=== Canonization ===
=== Canonization ===
Canonized on June 29, 1746, by Pope Benedict XIV<ref name="newadvent.org"/>.
Canonized on July 16, 1767, by Pope Clement XIII<ref name="catholic.org"/>.


==Miracles==
==Miracles==


=== Miracle for beatification ===
=== Miracle for beatification ===
Miracles reported at his tomb were instrumental in his beatification<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
Miracles reported at his tomb were pivotal for his beatification<ref name="catholic.org"/>.


=== Miracle for canonization ===
=== Miracle for canonization ===
A healing miracle involving a nun with a severe illness was credited for his canonization<ref name="capuchin.org"/>.
The miracles associated with his canonization involved posthumous healings and acts of intercession<ref name="catholic.org"/>.


=== Other notable miracles ===
=== Other notable miracles ===
- Various posthumous miracles attributed to his intercession<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
- Numerous miracles during his lifetime, particularly in relation to his work with orphans<ref name="ncregister.com"/>.


==Patronage==
==Patronage==


St. Fidelis is the patron saint of lawyers and Sigmaringen, Germany<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
St. Jerome Emiliani is the patron saint of orphans and abandoned children<ref name="catholic.org"/>.


==Feast day==
==Feast day==


His feast day is celebrated on April 24<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
His feast day is celebrated on February 8<ref name="franciscanmedia.org"/>.


==Veneration==
==Veneration==


St. Fidelis is venerated in the Capuchin Church in Sigmaringen where his relics are kept, and he's remembered for his dedication to the poor and his ultimate sacrifice for the faith<ref name="capuchin.org"/>.
St. Jerome is venerated through the Somascan Fathers and in the Church of St. Jerome Emiliani in Somasca, Italy, where his relics are kept. His life is a model of service to the poor and suffering<ref name="catholic.org"/>.


==Books==
==Books==


=== Written about the saint ===
=== Written about the saint ===
* His life and martyrdom are detailed in various hagiographies and Capuchin publications<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>.
* His life and works are documented in various hagiographies, but no specific modern books were listed<ref name="wikipedia.org">en.wikipedia.org</ref>.


=== Written by the saint ===
=== Written by the saint ===
* St. Fidelis did not leave any known written works<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>.
* St. Jerome Emiliani did not leave any known written works<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>.


==External links==
==External links==


* [https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=223 Catholic Online article on St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen]<ref name="catholic.org"/>
* [https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=23 Catholic Online article on St. Jerome Emiliani]<ref name="catholic.org"/>
* [https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/06057c.htm New Advent Catholic Encyclopedia on St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen]<ref name="newadvent.org"/>
* [https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-jerome-emiliani/ Franciscan Media on Saint Jerome Emiliani]<ref name="franciscanmedia.org"/>
* [https://www.capuchin.org/saints/saint-fidelis-of-sigmaringen/ Capuchin Order on St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen]<ref name="capuchin.org"/>
* [https://www.ncregister.com/blog/st-jerome-emiliani-and-the-importance-of-serving-the-poor National Catholic Register on St. Jerome Emiliani]<ref name="ncregister.com"/>
* [https://catholicireland.net/saintoftheday/st-fidelis-of-sigmaringen-1577-1622/ Catholic Ireland on St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen]<ref name="catholicireland.net"/>
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerome_Emiliani Wikipedia entry on Jerome Emiliani]<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fidelis_of_Sigmaringen Wikipedia entry on Fidelis of Sigmaringen]<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>


==References==
==References==
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Latest revision as of 23:27, 2 February 2025


St. Jerome Emiliani
SaintSt. Jerome Emiliani
StageSaint
Birthdate1481
BirthplaceVenice, Italy
Birth Coordinates
DeathdateFebruary 8, 1537
Death PlaceSomasca, Italy
Death Coordinates
Cause of DeathDisease contracted while tending the sick
Notable Location 1Treviso, Italy (mayor and priest)
Notable Location 1 Coordinates
Notable Location 2Venice, Italy (education of nephews)
Notable Location 2 Coordinates
Notable Location 3
Notable Location 3 Coordinates
Notable Location 4
Notable Location 4 Coordinates
Notable Location 5
Notable Location 5 Coordinates
Beatification DateApril 23, 1747
Beatified byPope Benedict XIV
Beatification LocationRome, Italy
CanonizedYes
Canonization DateJuly 16, 1767
Canonized byPope Clement XIII
Canonization LocationRome, Italy
Miracle 1Miracles during his lifetime with orphans
Miracle 2Posthumous miracles at his tomb
Miracle 3
Feast DayFebruary 8
ProfessionSoldier, Priest, Founder of Religious Order
Religious AffiliationClerks Regular of Somasca (Somascan Fathers)
PatronageOrphans, abandoned children
AttributesBall and chain (symbol of his imprisonment), orphans
Primary ShrineChurch of St. Jerome Emiliani, Somasca, Italy
Additional Veneration


St. Jerome Emiliani, born in Venice, Italy, in 1481, transformed from a soldier to a humanitarian, dedicating his life to the care of orphans and the sick[1]. After a spiritual conversion during his imprisonment, he studied for the priesthood and founded the Somascan Fathers, focusing on education and care for the needy[2].

He is known for his selfless service during times of plague and famine[3].

Biography

Birth

Jerome Emiliani was born in 1481 in Venice, Italy[1].

Early Life

He came from a noble family and initially pursued a career in the military[2].

Occupation

He served as a soldier before his spiritual conversion[1].

Vocation

After his escape from imprisonment, he studied for the priesthood, becoming ordained in 1518[2]. He then dedicated himself to charity, founding the Clerks Regular of Somasca[3].

Death

He died on February 8, 1537, in Somasca, from a disease he contracted while caring for the sick[1].

Significant events

  • Imprisoned during a military engagement, leading to a conversion experience[2].
  • Founded the Somascan Fathers in 1532 to care for orphans and educate youth[1].
  • Established orphanages, hospitals, and shelters during times of plague and famine[3].

Death

St. Jerome Emiliani succumbed to the disease he contracted while serving the sick, demonstrating his commitment to his charitable mission.

Canonization

Servant of God

The process to recognize Jerome as a Servant of God likely began in the 17th or 18th century, but specific details are not documented[1].

Venerable

Declared Venerable for his life of heroic virtue[1], though the exact date is not recorded.

Beatification

Beatified on April 23, 1747, by Pope Benedict XIV[1].

Canonization

Canonized on July 16, 1767, by Pope Clement XIII[1].

Miracles

Miracle for beatification

Miracles reported at his tomb were pivotal for his beatification[1].

Miracle for canonization

The miracles associated with his canonization involved posthumous healings and acts of intercession[1].

Other notable miracles

- Numerous miracles during his lifetime, particularly in relation to his work with orphans[3].

Patronage

St. Jerome Emiliani is the patron saint of orphans and abandoned children[1].

Feast day

His feast day is celebrated on February 8[2].

Veneration

St. Jerome is venerated through the Somascan Fathers and in the Church of St. Jerome Emiliani in Somasca, Italy, where his relics are kept. His life is a model of service to the poor and suffering[1].

Books

Written about the saint

  • His life and works are documented in various hagiographies, but no specific modern books were listed[4].

Written by the saint

  • St. Jerome Emiliani did not leave any known written works[4].

External links

References

  1. ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 www.catholic.org
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 www.franciscanmedia.org
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 www.ncregister.com
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 en.wikipedia.org
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