St. Egidio Maria (St. Giles Mary)
St. Egidio Maria (St. Giles Mary) was born Francesco Pontillo in 1729 in Taranto, Italy. Raised in a devout but poor family, he developed a deep love for prayer and service. At 25, he joined the Order of Friars Minor as a lay brother, dedicating his life to humility and charity. Assigned to various menial […]
Tomas Kauer - Moderator 
St. Egidio Maria (St. Giles Mary) was born Francesco Pontillo in 1729 in Taranto, Italy. Raised in a devout but poor family, he developed a deep love for prayer and service. At 25, he joined the Order of Friars Minor as a lay brother, dedicating his life to humility and charity. Assigned to various menial […]
