Okay, first I’ll start with his childhood. Saint Joseph of Cupertino was born in 1603 in Cupertino, Italy. His parents were Felice Desa and Francesa Panara. His father was a carpenter, but died before his child’s birth. Francesa, unable to stay in her house (and pay taxes and debt), was forced to give birth to the saint in a stable. About 7 years after his birth, he had a vision. “His mother treated him harshly.” (catholic.org)
Okay, first I’ll start with his childhood. Saint Joseph of Cupertino was born in 1603 in Cupertino, Italy. His parents were Felice Desa and Francesa Panara. His father was a carpenter, but died before his child’s birth. Francesa, unable to stay in her house (and pay taxes and debt), was forced to give birth to the saint in a stable. About 7 years after his birth, he had a vision. “His mother treated him harshly.” (catholic.org)