Padre Pio was an Italian Capuchin friar and priest who lived from 1887 to 1968. Born Francesco Forgione in Pietrelcina, he joined the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin at age 15 and spent most of his ministry in San Giovanni Rotondo. He became globally recognized for experiencing various mystical phenomena, most notably the stigmata, which were wounds corresponding to the crucifixion of Jesus. Despite facing temporary restrictions on his ministry following Vatican investigations, his reputation for sanctity grew, leading to his eventual canonization.