Saint Pacific of San Severino – The Patient Servant of God

This digital portrait depicts St. Pacific of San Severino (1653–1721), the humble Franciscan friar who transformed his suffering into prayer. Rendered in ultra-lifelike detail with soft watercolor touches, the saint is shown in his brown Franciscan habit, holding a crucifix and rosary with serene devotion. The golden light streaming through the church interior reflects his peace-filled acceptance of blindness, deafness, and infirmity, which became the pulpit of his holiness.

Born Carlo Antonio Divini in San Severino Marche, Italy, Pacific was orphaned at age three and raised by his uncle, the cathedral archdeacon. At seventeen he entered the Franciscans, embracing a life of poverty, prayer, and penance. Ordained in 1678, his ministry as a preacher and teacher was soon cut short by illness, leaving him lame, deaf, and blind. Yet in his suffering, Pacific became a contemplative soul and a channel of God’s grace. Many came to him for counsel, and through his intercession the sick were healed and hearts consoled. He died on September 24, 1721, and was canonized by Pope Gregory XVI in 1839.

Symbolism in the Art

• Rosary and Crucifix – his devotion to prayer and Christ crucified.

• Golden Light – the grace that shone through his infirmity.

• Church Interior – his life rooted in the Franciscan friary and in the sacraments.

• White Lily – purity of heart and patient endurance.

Perfect For

• Devotional prayer corners

• Catholic gifts of encouragement for the sick

• Franciscan spirituality collections

• Digital or printed sacred art for homes and chapels

Product Details

• Digital Download (no physical product shipped)

• Format: High-resolution PNG

• Style: Ultra-lifelike with watercolor detailing, ornate Catholic-inspired finish

• Orientation: Portrait

Feast Day & Patronage

• Feast Day: September 24

• Patronage: San Severino Marche, those suffering chronic pain, patience in illness

 Bring home this powerful reminder that suffering, united with Christ, becomes a fountain of peace and grace.