November 23
Enriqueta Alfieri, nun (1891–1951)
Religious
Sister of Charity and "angel of San Vittore", Enriqueta Alfieri converted a prison in Milan into a field of mercy.
Biography
After a serious spinal illness and a cure attributed to the Virgin of Lourdes, she was assigned in 1923 to serve prisoners. He listened without judgment and helped each person prepare for a new life. During the Nazi occupation he protected Jews and political detainees, transmitted messages and prevented executions. Discovered, she also experienced prison and interrogation, sustained only by prayer.
Practical advice
Write today to an imprisoned or isolated person a word that recognizes their dignity and possibility of change.
Example of
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