r children. It tells of his childhood, his priesthood, and the miraculous and perplexing stigmata he endured. A man beloved by all, a saint for the modern world.

From the first sentence to the last, this life of Padre Pio holds your

attention and draws you into a deeper love for God, just as Padre

Pio would have desired. Much research, thought and prayer went

into compelling a story so comprehensive - it is a book to read and

re-read for it lifts your heart and spirit to God.

-Sister Mary Alfred, Monastery of St. Clare