Tag: Who was Bernardino of Siena?

St Bernardino (1380 – 1444) was born into a noble family at Massa Marittima, Tuscany, Italy. His father was the Town Governor. At 6yrs, St Bernardino was orphaned and a pious aunt adopted him. He received a good education and joined the Confraternity of Mary which was linked to the local hospital and Church. Following…