Born in 1245 in Sant'Angelo, St. Nicholas of Tolentino took his name from St. Nicholas of Myra, at whose shrine his parents prayed to have a child. Nicholas became a monk at 18, and seven years later, he was ordained a priest. He gained a reputation as a preacher and a confessor. C. 1274, he was sent to Tolentino, near his birthplace. The town suffered from civil strife between the Guelphs, who supported the pope, and Ghibellines, who supported the Holy Roman Emperor, in their struggle for control of Italy. Nicholas was primarily a pastor to his flock. He ministered to the poor and the criminal. He is said to have cured the sick with bread over which he had prayed to Mary, the mother of God. He gained a reputation as a wonder-worker. Nicholas died in 1305 after a long illness. People began immediately to petition for his canonization. Eugene IV canonized him in 1446, and his relics were rediscovered in 1926 at Tolentino.
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Dear St Nicholas,
I pray for all animals in the world, of which you are patron saint. I pray that they may be love and care for those animals who are homeless and treated with cruelty. I pray that there may be an end to this evil behaviour.
Amen.
Lydia | 7/16/2009
This saint has influenced my life to further his reflection and life and dedication to life!
Maryellen SPX | 10/28/2008
I'd like to say thanks to st. Nicholas Of Tolentino because he has done many things to influence my life and my family's life too. God bless.
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