Saint Agostino Roscelli – Italian Priest and Servant of Charity

ST. AGOSTINO ROSCELL (PRIEST)

Saint Agostino Roscelli was an Italian priest known for his pastoral care, founding religious communities, and dedication to the poor and sick.

Born on July 27, 1818, in Bargone di Casarza Ligure, Italy, Agostino Roscelli grew up in a poor farming family and spent his youth as a shepherd, using his solitary time for prayer. At age 17, during a parish mission, he felt a calling to the priesthood. Despite financial hardships, he pursued his studies in Genoa and was ordained on September 19, 1846.

Roscelli served as a priest at Saint Martin d'Albaro in 1846 and later at the Church of Consolation in Genoa from 1854. He was known for his dedication to the marginalized, establishing vocational training for young women at risk of exploitation and founding the Institute of Sisters of the Immaculata on October 15, 1876, to continue this mission. He also served as a prison chaplain, ministering to those condemned to death, and as chaplain of the provincial orphanage from 1874 for 22 years.

He died on May 7, 1902, in Genoa. Pope John Paul II beatified him on May 7, 1995, and canonized him on June 10, 2001.

Feast Day

7-5-

Birth Date

27-7-1818

Died Date

7-5-1902

Canonised Date

10-6-2001

Genoa, Italy

O Saint Agostino Roscelli, devoted priest and compassionate shepherd, you dedicated your life to serving the poor, guiding the lost, and uplifting the marginalized. Through your intercession, may we find the strength to serve others with humility and love. Amen.
ST. AGOSTINO ROSCELL (PRIEST)

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ST. AGOSTINO ROSCELL (PRIEST)

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