June 14
Francisca de Paula de Jesús “Nhá Chica” (1810–1895)
Secular
Practical advice
Pray the Rosary today for someone else's need and accompany the prayer with simple help.
Biography
Brazilian laywoman, daughter of an enslaved woman who was illiterate throughout her life, Francisca de Paula de Jesús was known as “Nhá Chica” or “Aunt Francisca.” Orphaned since she was young, she chose to live poorly, dedicated to prayer and serving those who came to her small house. He shared food, comfort and advice with rich and poor, humbly attributing all help to the Virgin Mary. With the alms received, he built a chapel dedicated to Our Lady of the Conception.
Example of
Spirit of serviceSanctified workLove for the poor