St. Lipold Mandic

St. Lipold Mandic was a Capuchin priest and confessor known for his tireless ministry in the confessional and his vision for Christian unity, especially between Eastern and Western Churches.

St. Lipold Mandic, born as Bogdan Ivan Mandić in Herceg Novi (in present-day Montenegro), joined the Capuchin branch of the Franciscan Order at the age of sixteen and took the name Leopold. Despite suffering from poor health, a stutter, and physical disabilities, he persevered in his vocation and was ordained in 1890.

He spent most of his religious life in Padua, Italy, where he became renowned for his ministry in the confessional. He often spent 10–15 hours a day hearing confessions, offering gentle counsel and mercy to penitents. He was deeply committed to the cause of Christian unity, especially the reunification of the Catholic and Orthodox Churches, and offered much of his suffering and prayer for this intention.

Though he hoped to return to his homeland as a missionary, ill health and obedience to his superiors kept him in Italy. Despite this, he believed that through his prayers and confessions, he was spiritually contributing to his people. He died in Padua during World War II, and his tomb quickly became a place of pilgrimage.

He was beatified in 1976 and canonized in 1983. He remains a powerful example of humility, perseverance in suffering, and unwavering dedication to reconciliation and mercy.

Feast Day

30-7-

Birth Date

12-5-1866

Died Date

30-7-1942

Canonised Date

16-10-1983

Church of Santa Croce, Padua, Italy

St. Lipold Mandic, Pray for us to grow in holiness through humility and love for others. Help us to be faithful in prayer and to serve God with a compassionate heart, especially in times of struggle. Amen.
ST. LIPOLD MANDIC

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ST. LIPOLD MANDIC

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