September 19
Pío Alberto del Corona (1837–1912)
founding bishop
Practical advice
Read a chapter of Scripture and share it with someone who cannot study.
Biography
Dominican bishop of San Miniato, Pío Alberto del Corona renovated the seminary, visited parishes and served the poor, sick and prisoners. He founded a congregation dedicated to Scripture and popular education. His life shows that holiness grows when prayer becomes concrete and persevering service.
Example of
PerseveranceSpirit of serviceFounding spirit