St. Frances of Rome was born in 1384 and died on this date in 1440. As a child, Frances wanted nothing more than to enter a convent. But not only did her parents marry her off when she was just twelve… she also had to leave home to live with her in-laws! But it turned… Continue reading St. Frances of Rome: 2014 Daily Lenten Reflections
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Sts. Perpetua and Felicity: 2014 Daily Lenten Reflections
Sts. Perpetua and Felicity are believed to have died on this date in the year 203 in Carthage. Perpetua, a young widow with a child… her slave, Felicity… and three others were imprisoned as Christians. The little band formed a community during their time together, a community Perpetua had not known with her own family,… Continue reading Sts. Perpetua and Felicity: 2014 Daily Lenten Reflections
St. Maria Goretti: 2014 Daily Lenten Reflections
St. Maria Goretti was born in Italy on October 16, 1890, and died on July 6, 1902. You probably know at least part of her story: she was stabbed to death by a man who was attempting to rape her. What you may not know is that this child, who was only 11 years old,… Continue reading St. Maria Goretti: 2014 Daily Lenten Reflections
Of Tongues and Lips
A potentially good thing happened to me this morning, actually a potentially great thing. It has to do with a longtime rift with someone I love very much, and an indication the ice may be thawing. The situation has been the subject of many prayers, mine and those of some friends. It seemed appropriate to offer… Continue reading Of Tongues and Lips