Saint Nunzio Sulprizio – Young Model of Holiness and Suffering

BLESSED. NUNZIO SULPRIZO

St. Nunzio Sulprizio was a young Italian layman known for his deep faith, patience in suffering, and holiness. Despite illness and hardship, he offered his pain to God and became a model of youthful sanctity.

Nunzio Sulprizio was born in Pescosansonesco, Italy, in 1817. Orphaned at a young age, he was raised by an abusive uncle who forced him to work as a blacksmith’s apprentice under harsh conditions. The labor and mistreatment severely affected his health, leading to the development of gangrene in one of his legs. By the time he was 14, Nunzio was suffering greatly but endured his trials with remarkable patience and faith.

After his condition worsened, he was hospitalized and eventually came under the care of Colonel Felice Wochinger, who treated him like a son and ensured he received proper medical attention. During his final years, Nunzio offered all his sufferings to God and expressed great love for Jesus in the Eucharist.

He died at the young age of 19, but his quiet strength and unwavering faith inspired many. He was beatified by Pope Paul VI in 1963, who presented him as a model for youth. Pope Francis canonized him on October 14, 2018, highlighting his witness as a reminder that holiness is possible at any age, regardless of one's condition or background.

Feast Day

5-5-

Birth Date

13-4-1817

Died Date

5-5-1836

Canonised Date

14-10-2018

Basilica of San Domenico Soriano, Naples, Italy

St. Nunzio Sulprizio, help us to offer our sufferings to God as you did with courage and peace. Teach us to trust in Jesus and remain faithful in every trial. Amen.
BLESSED. NUNZIO SULPRIZO

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