Saint Felix of Cantalice (1587)

He was a simple farmer at Abruzzi, in Italy. He entered the Capuchin Order as a lay brother when he was thirty years old. His constant prayer was “Deo gratias!” which means “Thanks be to God!” As a result of this simple invocation which he continually made, everyone called him “Brother Deo Gratias.” Though a simple and unlettered man, his holiness and wisdom were so great that saints, like Saint Charles Borromeo and Saint Philip Neri, consulted him, and many learned theologians went to him for advice.

Saint Felix of Cantalice by Peter Paul Rubens (details)

Saint Felix of Cantalice by Peter Paul Rubens (details)