The Basics: Born September 26, 1815, in France; died March 4, 1877, in France; beatified May 6, 1951, by Pius XII; feast day, March 4. Woman religious. The Story: Have you ever found it hard to live up to someone’s image of your predecessor? It often seems that the person who did a job or oversaw a… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Placide Viel
Category: Saints
On the Nightstand: March 2015
A few weeks ago, Pope Francis named St. Gregory of Narek a Doctor (teacher) of the Church. Doctors are recognized not only for their sanctity but also for what we can learn from them, generally through their writings. You may not have heard of Gregory of Narek–I hadn’t but then, it’s women saints who generally… Continue reading On the Nightstand: March 2015
Wednesday’s Woman: St. Milburga
The Basics: Born in the 7th century in England; died after 700 in England; canonized pre-congregation; feast day, February 23. Philanthropist; woman religious. The Story: They were three sisters, Milburga, Mildred and Mildgytha, and all became saints. Milburga, the oldest, served as abbess of the Wenlock convent her family founded. She was known for her humility and… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Milburga
Wednesday’s Woman: St. Geltrude Comensoli
The Basics: Born January 18, 1847, in Italy; died February 18, 1903, in Italy; canonized April 26, 2009, by Benedict XVI; feast day, February 18. Woman religious. The Story: From the time she was very young, Geltrude, born Caterina Comensoli, was drawn to the Eucharist and to adoration, spending time in worship before the Blessed Sacrament. Health and… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Geltrude Comensoli