"In 1940, Padre Pio came up with the idea for what he referred to as a 'cathedral of charity' - the House for the Relief of Suffering in San
Giovanni Rotondo. Padre Pio, himself, offered the first donation of one
gold coin to help make it a reality. His followers immediately joined in
to support his efforts. In 1956, the hospital officially opened on the
hill above the town. It still operates to this day and as well as being a
full-service hospital, it is also a world class scientific research
center."
Franciscan
Media is offering a special Lenten series of meditations, "Lent with
Padre Pio." The mediation for the Fourth Saturday is as follows:
Franciscan Media: Lent with Padre Pio: Fourth Saturday
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