Dec 20 – S. of God Elizabeth of Austria – Franciscan Saint of the Day
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The Life of S. of God Elizabeth of Austria, Widow, Third Order (1554-1592) for the Franciscan Saint of the Day for Dec 20. Elizabeth married the king of Austria. She was widowed quite young but took care of the poor and the Church.
Reflection is on solicitude for the good of priests who give glory to God and helps His people
Consider how we can help vocations
do we encourage men to be priests and help their education
Encourage priests by volunteering and speaking well of them
For more on S. of God Elizabeth of Austria
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elisabeth_of_Austria,_Queen_of_France
Also on Youtube: https://youtu.be/Ou3_x5wlBbw
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
Ave Maria!
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