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May 3

Eduardo José Rosaz (1830–1903)

missionary bishop

Italian bishop of Susa, Eduardo José Rosaz was distinguished by a pastoral charity that reached even the most remote mountain parishes.

Biography

As a priest he cared for the poor and, to protect and educate young people in need, he founded the Franciscan Missionary Sisters of Susa. Appointed bishop in 1877, he even visited communities that were difficult to access on foot and tried to be close to priests and faithful. He wanted to become everything for everyone in order to lead them to Christ.

Practical advice

Approach an isolated or hard-to-reach person this week and make them feel that they are not forgotten.

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