Bl. Pietro Bonilli
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Birth: 1841
Death: 1935
Beatified: April 24, 1988 by Pope John Paul II
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Blessed Pietro Bonilli (1841–1935) was an Italian diocesan priest and founder of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Spoleto. Born in San Lorenzo di Trevi, he was ordained in 1863 and served as a parish priest, giving particular attention to the poor and families in need. He established the congregation to continue this charitable and pastoral work. He died on January 5, 1935. Pope John Paul II beatified him on April 24, 1988.
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