St. Vincent Mary Stambi, C.P. Born 1st January 1745 and Died 1st January 1824

St. Vincent Mary Strambi, C.P., was born on 1st January 1745 at Civitavecchia (Italy). His parents were Giuseppe Strambi and Eleonora Gori. The Strambi family were of Milanese origin, but the father of St. Vincent was born at Refrancore, Province of Alexandria.

Vincent became a Passionist after his priestly ordination against the opposition of his own father. He was a most famous Missionary, Director of Students, first biographer and postulator of the Cause of St. Paul of the Cross. He became the Bishop of Macerata and Tolentine. He suffered exile because of Napoleon and his fidelity to the Holy See. He died in Rome at the Quirinal Palace, then the Papal Household on 1st January 1824 after offering his life for the health of Pope Leo XII who actually recovered. He was beatified by Pope Pius XI on 26th April 1925. He was canonised by Pope Pius XII on 11th June 1950. His body is venerated at the Church of St. Philip in Macerata. 

Prayer to St. Vincent Mary Strambi, C.P.

All poweful and ever living God you made your bishop Saint Vincent Mary a devoted shepherd of your flock and a faithful servant of the Church. Strengthen us by his example to love our neighbour and work for justice as members of your Church. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, you Son, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Passionists celebrate the feast of St. Vincent Strambi on 24th September each year.