St. Anthony Zaccaria
Last year on our diocesan Facebook page we promoted the 40 Hours’ Devotion held in both the Beckley Vicariate parishes and at St. Patrick’s Church in Weston. The practice was originally pioneered by St. Anthony Zaccaria, in the early 1500s. We honor his feast day on July 5th.
Saint Anthony Zaccaria encouraged the faithful community to commit to 40 hours of continuous prayer before our Lord in the Eucharist at Adoration.
Additionally, is it St. Anthony Zaccaria who also began the practices of churches ringing their bells at 3 pm on Fridays in remembrance of Christ’s passion.
Saint Anthony Zaccaria, eloquent preacher and tireless catechist, pray for us!
