Padre Pio: Life and Legacy

What was Saint Padre Pio's birth name?

• Francesco Forgione

• Grazio Mario

• Maria Giuseppa

• Michele Forgione

How many siblings did Saint Padre Pio have who survived infancy?

• One brother and three sisters

• Two brothers and two sisters

• Three brothers and one sister

• Four sisters

What was characteristic of the Forgione family, despite their material poverty?

• They were rich in land and property

• They were rich in faith and love of God

• They were rich in social connections

• They were rich in intellectual pursuits

At what age did Francesco dedicate his life to God, and with whom was he able to communicate?

• Age 7, with his parents and siblings

• Age 10, with his teachers and friends

• Age 5, with his guardian angel, Jesus, and the Virgin Mary

• Age 15, with his fellow friars

When was Padre Pio ordained to the priesthood?

• August 10th, 1905, at age 18

• August 10th, 1910, at age 23

• May 25th, 1887, at age 20

• September 20th, 1918, at age 31

Why were Padre Pio's parishioners deeply impressed by his Masses?

• His Masses were very short and concise.

• His Masses included long pauses of contemplative silence.

• He performed many miracles during Mass.

• He always gave long sermons.

What did Padre Pio often say to his spiritual children regarding Jesus's concern?

• "It seems to me as if Jesus has no other concern but your material well-being."

• "It seems to me as if Jesus has no other concern but the sanctification of your soul."

• "It seems to me as if Jesus has no other concern but your worldly success."

• "It seems to me as if Jesus has no other concern but your physical health."

What did Padre Pio recommend regarding Purgatory?

• We must empty Purgatory with our prayers.

• We must avoid Purgatory at all costs.

• Purgatory is a place of eternal suffering.

• Purgatory is a myth.

When did the marks of the stigmata appear on Padre Pio's body?

• May 25th, 1887

• August 10th, 1910

• September 20th, 1918

• September 23rd, 1968

Which of the following was NOT listed as one of Padre Pio's extraordinary spiritual gifts?

• The gift of healing

• The ability to fly

• The gift of tongues

• The grace to see angelic beings in form