Francesco Colonna (1597 – 29 Jun 1653) was a Roman Catholic prelate who served as Bishop of Castro di Puglia (1642–1653).[1]
Biography
Francesco Colonna was born in Milazzo, Italy in 1597.[1] On 16 Jun 1642, he was appointed during the papacy of Pope Urban VIII as Bishop of Castro di Puglia.[1] On 29 Jun 1642, he was consecrated bishop by Giulio Cesare Sacchetti, Cardinal-Priest of Santa Susanna.[1] He served as Bishop of Castro di Puglia until his death on 29 Jun 1653.[1]
External links and additional sources
- Cheney, David M. "Diocese of Castro di Puglia". Catholic-Hierarchy.org. Retrieved March 25, 2018. (Chronology of Bishops) [self-published]
- Chow, Gabriel. "Titular Episcopal See of Castro di Puglia (Italy)". GCatholic.org. Retrieved March 25, 2018. (Chronology of Bishops) [self-published]
| Catholic Church titles | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded byDionisio Tomacelli | Bishop of Castro di Puglia 1642–1653 | Succeeded byAnnibale Sillano |
References
- 1.[1.2][1.3][1.4][1.5]"Bishop Francesco Colonna" Catholic-Hierarchy.org. David M. Cheney. Retrieved July 15, 2016