Frei Galvão was a humble Brazilian friar with miraculous healing abilities!
Born in 1739 in Guaratinguetá, Brazil, Anthony of Saint Ann Galvão chose a life of devotion by joining the Franciscan Order. His deep faith and commitment to service were quickly made evident.
He became known for his “paper pills”—small scrolls inscribed with a Latin prayer. He offered these to those suffering from various terminal ailments when medical treatments proved ineffective.
Countless pious stories tell of people experiencing miraculous recoveries after receiving one of these tiny scrolls. Women facing difficult childbirths and patients with incurable illnesses found hope and healing through his simple yet profound gesture. Today, the Church only recommends his “paper pills” for terminally ill patients, however.
Frei Galvão’s reputation for compassion and miraculous healings led to his canonization by Pope Benedict XVI in 2007, making him the first Brazilian-born saint. His legacy continues to inspire the faithful who seek his intercession.
Frei Galvão, pray for us! 🙏
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