It is celebrated on April 8
Saint Amancio of Como is a popular saint in Italy, especially in the city of Como. He is invoked for protection against the evil eye and bad luck, and is also asked to help find work.
Biography and life of Saint Amancio de Como
Saint Amantius of Como (Latin: Sanctus Amantius; Floruit XNUMXth century) was an Italian bishop of the Diocese of Como. He is venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church.
Amancio was born in Como, in northern Italy, into a noble family. He was educated in Rome and became a priest. After a time serving as a priest in his hometown, he was elected Bishop of Como by Pope Liberius.
As bishop, Amancio devoted himself to preaching the Gospel and caring for the poor and sick. He also founded a monastery for women and another for men. His evangelizing work took him to places like Milan, Bergamo and Lago Maggiore.
Amancio witnessed many miracles during his ministry, including the healing of the blind and deaf, as well as the casting out of demons. It is also said that he prayed for rain during a drought and that he healed an accidentally killed child.
Amancio died near Como in the fourth century. His body was buried in the Church of San Vittore al Corso, where his tomb is still located. He celebrates the liturgical feast of him on August 15.
Prayer to Saint Amancio of Como
Prayer to Saint Anthony of Padua. (extensive, in stanzas) San Amancio de Como.
Prayer to Saint Anthony of Padua. (extensive, in stanzas) San Amancio de Como.
Prayer to Saint Anthony of Padua. (extensive, in stanzas) San Amancio de Como.
second sentence
O holy Amancio de Como,
that in life you were a man of faith,
and that now from heaven you guide us,
we ask you to intercede for us.
We want to be like you, a man or a woman of faith,
that we walk the path of virtue and good.
We want to be brave like you, face our difficulties and fight against evil.
Oh Saint Amancio de Como, help us to be better people and to follow the steps that lead us to sainthood. Amen.
important things you did
– Started the tradition of Good Fridays in Como.
– Established the first school in Como.
– He was the first Bishop of Como.
– He performed numerous miracles during his life.
– He predicted his own death.
– died on the day of Pentecost.