The Basics: Born in the first century in Israel; died in the first century in Israel; canonized pre-congregation; feast day, October 25. Laywoman. The Story: It is a moving story that unfolds in Acts 9:36-42. Tabitha (or Dorcas), who is “completely occupied with good deeds and almsgiving,” dies. Peter is preaching nearby and is summoned. He commands… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: St. Tabitha
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Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Agnes of Jesus (Agnes Galand)
The Basics: Born November 17, 1602, in France; died October 19, 1634, in France; beatified November 20, 1994; feast day, October 19. Woman religious; mystic. The Story: One of seven children, Agnes became a Dominican sister in 1623. She served as mistress of novices, then became prioress of her monastery, St. Catherine of Siena at Langeac. She… Continue reading Wednesday’s Woman: Blessed Agnes of Jesus (Agnes Galand)
Wednesday’s People: Saints Ebbe the Elder and Cuthbert
Note: This is the last in a series of posts about women saints who had notable relationships with male saints–their sons, husbands, fathers, or colleagues in faith. The Basics: Ebbe the Elder, born about 615 in England; died about 683 in Scotland; feast day, August 25; canonized pre-congregation; woman religious. Cuthbert of Lindisfarne, born about 634… Continue reading Wednesday’s People: Saints Ebbe the Elder and Cuthbert
Wednesday’s People: Sts. Rose of Lima and Martin de Porres
Note: I’m currently featuring women saints who had notable relationships with male saints–their sons, husbands, fathers, or colleagues in faith. The Basics: Rose, born April 20, 1586, in Peru; died August 24, 1617, in Peru; feast day, August 23; canonized April 12, 1671, by Clement IX; Lay Dominican; mystic. Martin, born December 9, 1579, in Peru;… Continue reading Wednesday’s People: Sts. Rose of Lima and Martin de Porres