Saint philip neri biography
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Philip Neri
Italian Roman Catholic saint
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Saint philip neri biography
For the Italian footballer, see Filippo Neri (footballer).
Philip Romolo NeriCO (NEER-ee; Italian: Filippo Romolo Neri, pronounced[fiˈlippoˈrɔːmoloˈneːri]; 22 July 1515 – 26 May 1595), sometimes referred to as the Second Apostle of Rome after Saint Peter, was an Italian Catholic priest who founded the Congregation of the Oratory, a society of secular clergy dedicated to pastoral care and charitable work.
Neri's spiritual mission emphasized personal holiness and direct service to others, particularly through the education of young people and care for the poor and sick. His work played a significant role in the Counter-Reformation, especially within the city of Rome.
Neri's early life in Florence and later move to Rome in 1533 marked the beginning of his dedication to missionary work. He initially gained prominence for his pastoral care and efforts to minister to marginalized