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From San Francesco to Padre Pio, the saints preferred by the government

8/7/2020, 2:01:32 PM


St. Francis, St. Anthony and Padre Pio: these are the saints most "popular" by members of the current government. This was revealed by a survey conducted by the magazine of the friars of Assisi. (HANDLE)

(ANSA) - ROME, AUG 07 - San Francesco, Sant'Antonio and Padre Pio: these are the saints most 'popular' by the members of the current government. This was revealed by a survey conducted by the magazine of the Assisi brothers. Some ministers rely on the patrons of their native country showing the strong bond and attachment with the place of birth; several are the ministers who entrust themselves to the holiest.
    San Francesco is invoked by eight politicians including the President Giuseppe Conte, then there is San Pio, chosen by three government members, and Sant'Antonio (two). (HANDLE).