Stephen Bellesini was an Augustinian friar and priest who lived from 1774 to 1840. Born in Trento, he joined the Order of Hermits of Saint Augustine in 1790 and was later ordained in 1797. He is widely recognized for his dedicated service to the education of underprivileged children, a mission that led to his appointment as a school superintendent in his home region. Later in life, he served as a parish priest in Genazzano, where he maintained a profound devotion to Our Lady of Good Counsel.