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Lovely Moments that seems to connect to Saint Padre Pio

May 13, 2025

There are moments in life when we struggle to understand God’s hand.

Many doubt presence of Saints. attributing life’s wonders to science alone, if not a belief that the path to true fulfillment lies in Jesus Christ alone.

. My spiritual journey is a testimony of how the Saints, particularly Saint Padre Pio, play a vital role in building my  faith and to drawing us closer to God. I’l l

As Father Neil said during a retreat recently, May 12, at Saint Basil Church. The Saints are not only witnesses to God’s healing and miracles but also a gateway to the mystery of God’s love and presence.” He called this Mystic as a higher  level of Spirituality 

May 13, 2014

May 13, 2016

May 25, 2025 I celebrated Birthday of Padre Pio.

It was not planned, it just happened

On this Stories is a true manifestation of Our Lady of Fatima and coincides with An Unexpected Encounter

On May 13, 2025, the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima, I attended morning Mass. Afterward, I had a conversation with a parishioner who had recently visited Saint Padre Pio’s tomb in Rome. She shared her profound experience: as she stood by Padre Pio’s tomb, she noticed a distinct floral fragrance, particularly near his head. Despite moving to the opposite end, the scent returned when she stood by his head again. She believed it was a sign of his presence.

Saint Padre Pio having Fragrance from his wound

It is in this place where I smell the Fragrance

She also pointed out a bird perched atop the cross of the church, which we both saw, reminding us of the mysteries of God’s signs and wonders. This encounter affirmed my belief in the Saints’ role in our spiritual journey, not just as intercessors but as living reminders of God’s closeness.

Memories of Fatima

Interestingly, this day reminded me of a Facebook memory I had posted years ago, on May 13, 2017. It was a picture of Saint Padre Pio kissing a small statue of Our Lady of Fatima, symbolizing his devotion to her. 

During the Mass that morning, Father Reggie, a guest priest, gave a profound homily encouraging us to “listen to Jesus Christ and to the voice of Fatima,” echoing the importance of prayer and silence in our faith. By

Saint Padre Pio’s Intercession

A week prior, I spoke with a dear friend from the Philippines who was going through severe depression after ending an abusive relationship. She felt hopeless, even contemplating suicide. I reminded her of God’s immense love for her, a message that had once been told to me during my own struggles.

To my surprise, she changed her profile picture to an image of Saint Padre Pio. When I asked her why, she said she had heard a voice whisper, “Change it to Padre Pio,” while we were speaking. 

This was not the first time I encountered such phenomena. Another friend had once gifted me a card containing a relic of Saint Padre Pio, saying she felt compelled to give it to me after hearing his voice. Telling her to give it to John..

How It All Began

My Spiritual Journey with Saint Padre Pio

My journey with Saint Padre Pio started with my spiritual best friend, Joy Edralin who first introduced me to his life and works. 

She told me that my birthday September 20 coincided with the day Saint Padre Pio had his Stigmata 

Since then, Padre Pio has been a constant source of inspiration, reminding me of God’s mercy and the power of prayer.

This is not only my story but a lot of my friends story of healing attributed to Saint Padre Pio

Today I’ll be going to Rome and is the Moment I have been waiting for to visit the Tomb of Saint Padre Pio