The Basics: Born about 860 in Poland; died September 15, 921, in the Czech Republic; canonized precongregation; feast day, September 16. Grandmother.
The Story: You surely remember the Christmas song about Wenceslaus going out on the feast of St. Stephen to help the peasant. Much of what the ruler knew about charity and kindness came from his grandmother Ludmila. She was named
to look after the boy after his father, her son, died when Wenceslaus was just eight. But Ludmila’s daughter-in-law, who favored paganism, was jealous of the relationship the pair had, and the daughter-in-law arranged for Ludmila’s death just five years later.
What We Can Learn from Ludmila: Children learn from all those in their lives, not just parents. If you’re a grandparent, godparent, or aunt or uncle or other relative, live your faith openly when you’re around young people.
To Learn More About Ludmila: Check out the site for the Minor Basilica of St. Ludmila in Prague.
To Learn More About Other Women Saints and Blesseds: Come back next week, or consider buying my books, Blessed Are You: Finding Inspiration from Our Sisters in Faith or Sisterhood of Saints: Daily Guidance and Inspiration.
