Which order did Padre Pio join?
Franciscan
Jesuit
Benedictine
Capuchin
Answer
Padre Pio joined the Capuchin order at the age of 16. The Capuchins are a branch of the Franciscan order, and are known for their strict adherence to poverty and simplicity. Padre Pio was known for his intense piety and his devotion to the Eucharist. He was also a mystic and stigmatic, and is believed to have performed many miracles.
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