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Feastday: May 5
1185 - 1220

St. Angelo, who was one of the early members of the Carmelite Order, suffered martyrdom for the Faith at Leocata, Sicily. The story of his life, as it has come down, is not very reliable. It may be summarized as follows: His parents were Jews of Jerusalem who were converted to Christianity by a vision of our Lady. She told them that the Messiah they were awaiting had already come to pass and had redeemed His people, and she promised them two sons, who would grow up as flourishing olive trees on the heights of Carmel-the one as a patriarch and the other as a glorious martyr. From childhood the twins displayed great mental and spiritual gifts when, at the age of eighteen, they entered the Carmelite Order, they already spoke Greek, Latin, and Hebrew. After Angelo had been a hermit on Mount Carmel for five years, Our Lord appeared to him and bade him go to Sicily, where he would have the grace to offer the sacrifice of his life. The saint immediately obeyed the call. During his journey from the East as well as after his arrival in Sicily, he converted many sinners by his teaching, no less than by his miracles. At Palermo over two hundred Jews sought Baptism as the result of his eloquence. Similar success attended his efforts in Leocata, but he aroused the fury of a man called Berengarius, whose shameless wickedness he had denounced. As he was preaching to a crowd, a band of ruffians headed by Berengarius broke through the throng and stabbed him. Mortally wounded, Angelo fell on his knees, praying for the people, but especially for his murderer.

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Martin Leonard
8 months ago
Angelo inspired me for I recently read about him in book titled "THE FINAL QUEST"
Rino
11 months ago
When was he canonized? I can't find this information
christie
1 year ago
St. Angelo of Jerusalem was born of Jewish parents, who were called to be baptised by Mother Mary, who revealed to them that Jesus is the promised Messiah. You were chosen for the mission of preaching Christ and winning souls for Him in the beautiful island of Sicilia. Pray for us dear St. Angleo that we too may work on Our Lord's vineyard, in whatever plan, however humble it may be. We are blessed to have been baptised at babyhood, "cradle Catholics", but many are easy going and lukewarm about Christ. Help us dear saint to face today's challenges. Grant that the Holy Spirit empowers us with His wonderful gifts, of wisdom knowledge, understanding, counsel, discernment, piety and fear of the Lord, gifts that will transform us. Through your intercession please dispell our doubts, discouragement and dryness. We hope in Jesus and His beloved Mother Mary. Amen
melissa
1 year ago
thanks sooooooooooooooo much u guys rock i looooooooooooove saints
A.j.
1 year ago
How ridiculous to call nonbelievers sinners! You are suppose to love and accept everyone for who they are. That means you do not practice what you preach. Therefore you are the sinner.
Alexandria
2 years ago
He is such an AMAZING saint!!
Frank Angelo Santa Maria
2 years ago
Today I am in Licata for the festival of St. Angelo, it lasts for 4 days.I live in TX., My father was born here and I return every 2 years to visit my family. St. Angelos silver box(tomb) has returned to his church after many years of restoration. The house of the man who killed him, Berengarius, still stands accross from his church. You can see video of his tomb in the parade on You Tube. I have 3 old pictures of St. Angelo and all are different.True no one knows when he was born or died, if you ask 2 people you will get 2 (maybe 3) answers. The main celebration is held May 5 and a smaller one in Aug. If I can be of any further assistance you can e mail me.
RST
2 years ago
Yes it helped,can you email me image of St.Angelo..
Can't find it anywhere..Thanks
Rosanna Mazzuoccolo
2 years ago
No information on when he was born and Died (St Angelo) Also I have been searching google images and there is no picture of St Angelo. Please Help. My son has choosen this Saint for his confirmation name and we need a picture...
Much Thanks
Rosanna
Ken Shiu
2 years ago
This info is helpful & in details, thank you very much.
Vonster
2 years ago
i love it!!!!!! its sooo goooooooooooodd, it helped me sooo much :)
NJ
3 years ago
what did he look like?
the "L" man
4 years ago
Thanks for the info, but when was he born/died
charmaine
4 years ago
this was really helpful to me so thank you
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