Nov 11 – Bl. Bonavita (the Blacksmith) – Franciscan Saint of the Day
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The Life of Bl. Bonavita (the Blacksmith), Confessor, Third Order (1238-1275) for the Franciscan Saint of the Day for Nov 11. Bonavita (the Blacksmith) was born a poor person in Lugo, Italy. When he joined the Franciscans he worked as a blacksmith and fed and clothed the poor. He had a very deep prayer life and performed many miracles.
Reflection is on practical Christianity, which is based on love for Christ and neighbor.
For more on S. of God Bonavita (the Blacksmith)
- http://catholicsaints.info/tag/name-bonavita/
Also on Youtube: https://youtu.be/j-1JtJFfdas
Read by Fr. Ignatius Manfredonia, FI from Marion Habig's 'The Franciscan Book of Saints' Revised Edition, Franciscan Herald Press, ISBN: 978-0819907516
Playlist of Franciscan Saints: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TxcAETrU_k&list=PLejh_e0-LN4wErRczZGry4TXytCZFiLCm
Graphic Di Ambito romagnolo - Chiesa della Collegiata di Lugo., Pubblico dominio, https://it.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=4191072
Ave Maria!
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