Pope Saint Pius V
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Pope Saint Pius V
Pope Saint Pius V was born Antonio Ghislieri of poor parents near Alessandria on January 17, 1504. His education began with the Dominicans, and he entered the Dominican order at age 15, taking the name Michael, and became a priest in 1528. Pope Pius V was a professor of philosophy and theology for years, and served his order and the Church in several high offices: Provincial Superior; Inquisitor at Corno and Bergamo; Bishop of Sutri and Nepi; …
On 30 April the Church commemorates St. Pius V (1566-1572), born Antonio Ghislieri in Bosco Marengo (Alessandria) on 17 January 1504. Entered among the Dominicans, she led austere life of study and preaching, taking on the name of Michael. Her formation in the Order of Preachers made him a vigilant and intense pastor, animated by deep love for the truth and ecclesial discipline. Elected pope on 7 January 1566, Pius V dedicated himself with energ…
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