June 16
Donizetti Tavares de Lima (1882–1961)
Priest
Brazilian priest, Donizetti Tavares de Lima was a parish priest close to the poor and a firm defender of workers.
Biography
He served especially in Tambaú, where he promoted catechesis, education and assistance to families in need. His intense Eucharistic and Marian devotion attracted crowds, and numerous cures were attributed to him, although he rejected all personal fame and guided people towards God. He lived with austerity and gave everything he received to those most in need.
Practical advice
Give something you would normally reserve for yourself to a person in need today.
Example of
Spirit of serviceLove for the EucharistPriestly life