The Basics: Born May 2, 1806, in France; died December 31, 1876, in France; canonized July 27, 1947, by Pope Pius XII; feast day, November 28. Woman religious; visionary. The Story: She was nobody special. Catherine would have told you that, just a girl in a large family who lost her mother when she was nine… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Catherine Laboure
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St. Louise de Marillac: 2014 Daily Lenten Reflections
St. Louise de Marillac was born in France on August 12, 1591, and died on this date in 1660. Louise was the daughter of an aristocrat and was interested in philosophy. She wanted to become a nun, but after prayer and contemplation, chose to marry and had a son. Her husband died when she was in… Continue reading St. Louise de Marillac: 2014 Daily Lenten Reflections