[eastsider]

Padre Pio was a remarkable priest and confessor. He once said he didn't fear death because he could do more good work from heaven than he could here on earth. Here's praying he hears our cries for the cleansing of the Church during the present time of crisis.

[Gophack]

He once said he didn't fear death because he could do more good work from heaven than he could here on earth.

Truly a saint, I am so joyful over his canonization. It couldn't come at a better time for the Church, and to remind us that there are indeed saintly, holy, remarkable men (and women) serving God. I am humbled thinking about Padre Pio and his remarkable life. What a wonderful role model for our children!

On another note, was Padre Pio a part of the Franciscan Order? Aren't they the same order that is protecting the Church of the Nativity in Bethleham as we sit here? Perhaps directing our prayers for a peaceable resolution in Bethleham for Padre Pio's intercession would be helpful. Thoughts?