Andrew Avellino
Andrew (Andrea) Avellino (1521 – 10 November 1608) was an Italian Theatine priest. He is venerated as the patron saint of Naples and Sicily and invoked especially against a sudden death. He led a life busy in preaching, hearing confessions, and visiting the sick, and writing.
Saint Andrew Avellino | |
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Andrew Avellino Statue in Milan (Italy). | |
| Confessor | |
| Born | 1521 Castronuovo, Basilicata |
| Died | 10 November 1608 (aged 86–87) |
| Beatified | 1624 by Urban VIII |
| Canonized | 1712 by Clement XI |
| Major shrine | Church of St. Paul, Naples |
| Feast | 10 November |
| Patronage | Naples, Sicily, Badolato ; invoked against sudden death |
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