St. John the Baptist de Rossi – Apostle to the Sick and Forgotten

Step into the compassionate spirit of St. John the Baptist de Rossi, the Roman priest known for his tireless ministry to the poor, sick, and forgotten. This reverent portrait shows the saint with a gentle gaze, holding a rosary, clothed in the simple cassock of a diocesan priest. He stands inside a hospital ward, surrounded by the suffering he loved and served with heroic charity.

A golden halo crowns his head, reflecting the heavenly grace poured out through his hidden acts of mercy. The architecture around him echoes the solemn beauty of Rome’s sacred spaces, while the modern presence of IV stands and patients connects his timeless vocation to the needs of today.

This portrait honors one of the Church’s hidden giants of compassion.

Short Biography:

St. John the Baptist de Rossi (1698–1764) was born in Italy and became a diocesan priest renowned for his humble, tireless service to Rome’s most vulnerable—especially the homeless, sick, and imprisoned. Though of delicate health himself, he preached, heard confessions, and visited hospitals daily.

He refused all honors and lived simply, devoting his life to works of mercy. His confessional was always open, his arms always ready to lift up the weary, and his hands often clasped in the Rosary.

He was canonized by Pope Leo XIII in 1881 and remains a powerful model of priestly charity and service.

Symbolism in the Art:

• Rosary in hand – His Marian devotion and spiritual strength

• Simple cassock and stole – His priestly life rooted in humility and sacraments

• Hospital ward background – His ministry to the sick and forgotten

• Golden halo – Reflects his sanctity and unceasing acts of love

• Warm lighting and human details – Emphasize hope in suffering and beauty in service

Perfect For:

• Healthcare workers, chaplains, and caregivers

• Catholic hospitals and parishes

• Priests and seminarians seeking models of mercy

• Homes or chapels of those caring for the ill

• Confirmation gifts or saint study programs

Product Details:

• Format: Digital Download

• Included File: 1 High-Resolution PNG (portrait orientation)

• Style: Ultra-realistic sacred portrait with modern and classical integration

• Recommended Use: Ideal for printing on fine art paper or canvas

Patronage & Feast Day:

• Patron Saint of: Hospital workers, caregivers, the sick, and those with epilepsy

• Feast Day: May 23

• Title: Confessor and Apostle of the Poor

“Let us labor for souls, and not rest until they rest in Christ.” – St. John the Baptist de Rossi
Let his image remind us that holiness is found in the corridors of suffering and in the embrace of the least among us.