St. Anthony - Endwell, NY, US
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N 42° 07.651 W 076° 03.046
18T E 413151 N 4664468
Anthony of Portugal was a priest noted for his preaching and knowledge. He was devoted to the poor and sick and the patron saint of lost things.
Waymark Code: WMTMEM
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 12/11/2016
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This shrine is associated with St. Anthony of Padua Church in Endicott.
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St. Anthony was a member of the Augustinians in Lisbon, Portugal, then entered the Franciscan Order. He was praying at a hermitage in Italy when asked to speak at an ordination. He was recognized as a great speaker and a theology scholar. He was stationed in Padua in Northern Italy. He wrote notes for sermons. He is a patron saint for those who are set in an unexpected direction. He is also considered a saint for lost items, the poor, and travelers.