Thrissur – Salesian monk brother Artemis Sathi to sainthood. Celebrations in Thrissur. Brother Artemis Sati, who was a member of the Salesian monastic community founded by Don Bosco, will be canonized by Pope Francis on October 9, 2022 at the Vatican. As part of his canonization, a celebration will be held by the Don Bosco Sanya Samayam Kerala unit at Don Bosco School, Thrissur Mannutthi at 2.30 pm.
The Catholic Church canonizes individuals who have led a life of extraordinary holiness and service that can serve as an example to the world. Artemis Saati was born on December 12, 1880 in Borrito, Italy. Later, Saati’s family immigrated from Italy to Argentina in 1897.
In 1908 he joined the monastic community in the Salesian community and devoted his entire life to missionary service. He was known in Argentine society as the relative of the poor. This is the first time that a non-priest friar has been placed on the list of Saints of the Salesian Family founded by Don Bosco.