Susan De Bartoli

Susan De Bartoli is an award-winning author, pilgrimage leader, and passionate advocate for deepening faith through the wisdom of the saints. She is the author of Welcoming the Christ Child with Padre Pio, winner of the 2024 International Book Award in the Religion category, and Welcoming the Holy Spirit with Padre Pio. Her latest book, Carry the Cross with Padre Pio, invites readers on a transformative Lenten journey inspired by the beloved saint.

With a lifelong devotion to Padre Pio, Susan serves as the secretary of the Board of Directors of the Padre Pio Foundation of America and assists in the Cause for Canonization of Mary Pyle, Padre Pio’s devoted assistant. Her work reflects a deep love for the Church and a commitment to sharing the spiritual wisdom of this extraordinary saint.

As the owner and operator of Little Flower Pilgrimages, Susan has led countless pilgrims to some of the holiest places in the world, including Fatima, Lourdes, Rome, the Holy Land, and Padre Pio’s hometown of Pietrelcina. Her pilgrimages offer not just travel, but profound encounters with God, the saints, and the rich history of Catholicism.

Susan’s expertise and enthusiasm for the faith have made her a sought-after guest on radio, television, and podcasts, including Let Me Be Frank with Bishop Frank J. Caggiano, Seize the Day with Gus Lloyd, Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo on EWTN, Catholic Faith Network Live, and many more.

A Lady Commander of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, Susan lives in the New York area, where she continues her mission of guiding others toward a deeper relationship with Christ through books, pilgrimages, and prayer.

Through her writing, Susan combines scripture, reflections, and the incredible stories of Padre Pio’s life, helping readers grow in faith and embrace their own spiritual journey. Whether leading a pilgrimage or writing a book, her mission remains the same: to bring people closer to God, one step and one page at a time.