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Camillus de Lellis, M.I., (25 May 1550 – 14 July 1614) was a Roman Catholic priest from Italy who founded the Camillians, a religious order dedicated to the care of the sick. He was beatified by Pope Benedict XIV in the year 1742, and canonized by him four years later in 1746.
Apr 18, 2020 · Learn about the life and legacy of St. Camillus de Lellis, a former soldier and gambler who became a priest and founded the Order of the Ministers of the Infirm. He ministered to the sick and dying with compassion and courage, and was canonized in 1746.
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Jul 18, 2022 · Learn about the life and legacy of Saint Camillus de Lellis, a former gambler and soldier who became a priest and founded a religious order to care for the sick. He is the patron of hospitals, nurses, and healthcare workers.
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May 21, 2024 · Saint Camillus of Lellis (born May 25, 1550, Bucchianico, Kingdom of Naples [now in Italy]—died July 14, 1614, Rome; canonized 1746; feast day July 14) was the founder of the Ministers of the Sick. Along with St. John of God, Camillus became patron of the sick.
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St. Camillus de Lellis was born at Bocchianico, Italy. He fought for the Venetians against the Turks, was addicted to gambling, and by 1574 was penniless in Naples. He became a Capuchin novice, but was unable to be professed because of a diseased leg he contracted while fighting the Turks.
Mar 31, 2024 · See Vatican News to discover the life-story and message of St. Camillus de Lellis, priest, Founder of the Order of the Ministers of the Sick, the Saint of the Day 14 July
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Learn about the life and legacy of St. Camillus de Lellis, the founder of the Servants of the Sick, who ministered to the poor and sick with love and compassion. Read his biography, miracles, and prayers from EWTN, a global Catholic network.
