Ven. Solanus Casey

Gratitude is the first sign of a thinking, rational creature. 

• Born Bernard Francis Casey

• Raised on a farm in Oak Grove, Wisconsin

• Entered the Seminary in Milwaukee to become a diocesan priest

• In 1897, became a Capuchin Franciscan

• Received the religious name of Solanus

• He died at 53 years after his ordination (exact date and time)

• Declared Venerable by Pope John Paul II on July 11, 1995

• Feast Day: November 5