This is a very old, vintage original, laminated holy card containing a real second class relic of St. Padre Pio coming from Pietrelcina.
This wallet size card is very old and it was touched to the shrine of Saint Pio. it is encased in plastic shield, to protect it. The same, original one applied when it was made.
Since then, a lot happened and this reliquary has made it until now.
This precious reliquary contains an ex indumentis relic, which is a small piece of the vestment worn by Padre Pio in his everyday life. In the back of the card there is a short saying by Saint Pio.
Bring it always with you to implore the favor of Padre Pio.
Origin: Catholic Convent
Measurements in Inches: 2.75 Tall x 2.50 Across
Condition: Vintage Original
This prayer card has been recently touched to the shrine of Saint Pio.
Bring it always with you to implore the favor of Padre Pio.
Please look at the pictures for an actual image of the holy card you are purchasing. It’s an old card and its state may vary.
It comes from my aunt private collection. She was a nun devoted to San Padre Pio.
A real treasure to keep.
Origin: Catholic Convent
Condition: Vintage Original
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St. Padre Pio was an Italian priest who was known for his piety and charity, as well as the gift of the stigmata, which has never been explained.
St. Padre Pio was born Francesco Forgione, on May 25, 1887, in Pietrelcina, Italy. His parents were peasant farmers. He had an older brother and three younger sisters, as well as two other siblings who died in infancy. As a child, he was very religious and by the age of five he reportedly made the decision to dedicate his life to God.
Padre Pio became internationally famous. He was known for his piety, charity and the quality of his preaching. He famously advised, “Pray, hope and don’t worry.”
He had other illnesses, as well, including cancer which was miraculously healed after just two treatments. Other problems, such as arthritis, which plagued him in his later years, never went away.
Padre Pio died on September 23, 1968. His funeral was attended by over 100,000 people.
Pope John Paul II recognized Padre Pio as a saint on June 16, 2002. His feast day is September 23. He is the patron of civil defense volunteers, adolescents, and the village of Pietrelcina.