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The name of Charles Borromeo is forever linked to Catholic reform. Born into Milanese nobility and related to the Medici family, Borromeo dedicated his life to the Church amid the Protestant Reformation’s turbulence. In 1559, when his uncle became Pope Pius IV, Charles, still a layman and student, was appointed cardinal-deacon and administrator of Milan. Charles rapidly took on demanding roles, including papal secretary of state. Following his brother’s death, he chose the priesthood over marriage, becoming Bishop of Milan by age 25. Borromeo’s leadership proved pivotal to the Council of Trent, helping it complete its final sessions. He tirelessly implemented the Council’s reforms across his diocese, reviving clergy and laity alike. Driven to renew the Church, he founded seminaries, set rigorous standards for clergy, and pioneered youth religious education, establishing the groundwork for Sunday School. Though he faced fierce opposition, his humility and strict self-discipline were unwavering. He gave most of his income to the poor, lived, and practiced strict penance to model the renewal he sought in others. During Milan’s 1576 famine and plague, he stayed behind, feeding and caring for up to 70,000 people daily as civil authorities fled. Borromeo’s work extended beyond Milan, strengthening Catholic doctrine against Protestant dissent, especially in Switzerland, despite violent opposition. His life of charity and reform endured even an assassination attempt. Weakened by his labors, Charles died at just 46, remembered for his unwavering service. Canonized in 1610, he is a patron saint of bishops, catechists, and seminarians, embodying Christ’s call to serve “the least of these.” His legacy is beautifully captured in “Saint Charles Borromeo: Shepherd of Souls” by Dino Carbetta, which portrays his unwavering dedication and profound humility as a true shepherd of his people.

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"Saint Charles Borromeo - Shepherd of Souls – Painting by Dino Carbetta" ...<br />
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The name of Charles Borromeo is forever linked to Catholic reform. Born into Milanese nobility and related to the Medici family, Borromeo dedicated his life to the Church amid the Protestant Reformation’s turbulence. In 1559, when his uncle became Pope Pius IV, Charles, still a layman and student, was appointed cardinal-deacon and administrator of Milan. Charles rapidly took on demanding roles, including papal secretary of state. Following his brother’s death, he chose the priesthood over marriage, becoming Bishop of Milan by age 25. Borromeo’s leadership proved pivotal to the Council of Trent, helping it complete its final sessions. He tirelessly implemented the Council’s reforms across his diocese, reviving clergy and laity alike. Driven to renew the Church, he founded seminaries, set rigorous standards for clergy, and pioneered youth religious education, establishing the groundwork for Sunday School. Though he faced fierce opposition, his humility and strict self-discipline were unwavering. He gave most of his income to the poor, lived, and practiced strict penance to model the renewal he sought in others. During Milan’s 1576 famine and plague, he stayed behind, feeding and caring for up to 70,000 people daily as civil authorities fled. Borromeo’s work extended beyond Milan, strengthening Catholic doctrine against Protestant dissent, especially in Switzerland, despite violent opposition. His life of charity and reform endured even an assassination attempt. Weakened by his labors, Charles died at just 46, remembered for his unwavering service. Canonized in 1610, he is a patron saint of bishops, catechists, and seminarians, embodying Christ’s call to serve “the least of these.” His legacy is beautifully captured in “Saint Charles Borromeo: Shepherd of Souls” by Dino Carbetta, which portrays his unwavering dedication and profound humility as a true shepherd of his people.

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