Saint Philip Romolo Neri, († 1595) was an Italian priest noted for founding a society of secular clergy called the Congregation of the Oratory of Filippo Neri, pioneering joyful spiritual gatherings with prayer, hymns, Scripture, and discussions—key to Counter-Reformation renewal. Dubbed the "Apostle of Rome" for his humility, humor, and miracles, he was canonized in 1622. He is considered to be a Patron of Rome, Mandaluyong, US Special Forces, Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest, laughter, humor, and joy.
Congregation of the Oratory of Filippo Neri (Lat: Confoederatio Oratorii Sancti Philippi Nerii), abbreviated C.O. and commonly known as the Oratorians, is a Catholic society of apostolic life of pontifical right for men (priests and religious brothers) who live together in a community bound together by no formal vows but only with the bond of charity.
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