St. Joseph of Cupertino, By Rev. Angelo Pastrovicchi, Published by TAN Books

 

Few saints so powerfully reveal the reality of the supernatural life as St. Joseph of Cupertino. Known throughout history for his extraordinary ecstasies and miraculous levitations, his life stands as a striking witness to the transforming power of divine grace in a soul wholly surrendered to God. Yet beneath the famous miracles lies a man of profound humility and burning love for Christ. From a difficult childhood marked by poverty and rejection to a religious life filled with trial and misunderstanding, St. Joseph’s path was one of total self-abandonment to Divine Providence. This authoritative biography, originally composed with careful reference to official ecclesiastical processes, presents not only the wonders surrounding his life but the deeper interior transformation that made those wonders possible. In an age that often doubts the supernatural, this work serves as both a challenge and an invitation to believe more deeply and trust more completely in God’s power.

• The Reality of Miracles: Strengthen your faith through documented accounts of the “Flying Saint’s” levitations and ecstasies, attested to by numerous eyewitnesses.
• The Foundation of Sanctity: Learn how St. Joseph’s extraordinary gifts were not the source of his holiness, but the fruit of his hidden life of prayer and penance.
• Victory Over Trial: Discover how he navigated a life of being misunderstood by his superiors and peers with unwavering obedience and joy.
• A Witness to Grace: Witness how God chooses the weak and humble of this world to manifest His greatest glory.
• Practical Inspiration: Find encouragement for your own spiritual journey, especially when facing personal limitations or intellectual struggles.

This Biography Includes:

• Historically Grounded Accounts: Drawn from official ecclesiastical investigations and early sources.
• The Interior Life: A deep dive into the prayer and total self-offering of St. Joseph.
• The Path of Humility: An exploration of how he embraced his role as “Brother Ass” to serve God perfectly.
• A Defense of the Supernatural: A compelling look at the extraordinary ways God interacts with His saints.

“God is wonderful in His saints… the extraordinary facts of his life should be attested in such a manner that credence could not be denied them.” 
― Preface