St. Pius V
Italian Dominican pope (1504-1572), Antonio Ghislieri, peasant-born friar and inquisitor general before his election in 1566. Implemented the Council of Trent: published the Tridentine Roman Catechism, the reformed Roman Breviary (1568) and Missal (1570) that bore his name until 1969. Organized the Holy League whose victory at Lepanto (1571) saved the Mediterranean from the Ottomans; instituted Our Lady of Victory (now Our Lady of the Rosary, October 7). Canonized 1712 by Clement XI.
Life & Times
Born: 1504 · Died: 1572 · From: Italy.
Patronage
St. Pius V is invoked as the patron of popes, dominican friars, defenders of the rosary. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
“He who lives well, dies well.”— St. Pius V (traditionally attributed)
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Pius V, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.