The Basics: Born February 6, 1867, in Mexico; died July 30, 1949, in Mexico; beatified November 27, 1997, by John Paul II; feast day, July 30. Woman religious; nurse. The Story: The woman who would become known as Madre Vicentita had a lifelong love affair with Jesus… and nursing. When she was twenty-three, she started helping at… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Maria Vicenta of Saint Dorothy Chavez Orozco
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Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Hildegard Burjan
The Basics: Born January 30, 1883, in Germany; died June 11, 1933, in Austria; feast day, June 12; wife, mother, politician. The Story: Hildegard was the daughter of non-practicing Jewish parents, and from an early age had a thirst for knowledge. She attended the University of Zurich, and earned a doctorate there, which was relatively unusual… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Hildegard Burjan
Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Maria Teresa Casini
The Basics: Born October 27, 1864, in Italy; died April 3, 1937, in Italy; beatified October 31, 2015; feast day, October 29; woman religious. The Story: Books about saints are full of stories about women who were martyrs or who founded congregations that brought hope and support to those who live on society’s margin. Maria Teresa’s… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Maria Teresa Casini
Wednesday’s Woman: Maria Josefa Alhama y Valera (Mother Esperanza)
The Basics: Born September 30, 1893, in Spain; died February 8, 1983, in Italy; beatified May 31, 2014; feast day, February 8; woman religious. The Story: Maria’s life took some twists and turns before she settled into her life’s work with the Handmaids and Sons of Merciful Love congregations she founded. She got acquainted with the… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: Maria Josefa Alhama y Valera (Mother Esperanza)