St. Padre Pio, a saint of our time, was an Italian priest and Capuchin friar who lived from 1887 to 1968. He was known for his deep faith, devotion to prayer, and service to the sick and poor. Though he carried the wounds of Christ through the stigmata, he embraced his suffering as an offering for the salvation of souls. Padre Pio encouraged people to trust in God, seek forgiveness, and live lives of compassion and charity. He was canonized as a saint by Pope John Paul II in 2002 and is remembered by many people around the world for his life of faith and service.