Feast day · October 3

Francis Borgia

Francis Borgia

Saint Francis Borgia was a Spanish nobleman born in 1510, who became the Third General of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). After the death of his wife, he devoted his life to God and was ordained a priest. He is known for his deep humility, piety, and significant reforms within the Jesuit order. Francis is venerated as a model of conversion and holiness. He was canonized in 1671.

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