August 27
Gabriel Maria (Gilbert Nicolas) (c. 1460–1513)
Franciscan religious
Practical advice
Pray a mystery of the rosary for those who announce the Immaculate Conception.
Biography
French Franciscan of the 15th century, Gabriel María was advisor to Saint Joan of Valois and collaborated in the founding of the Order of the Annunciation. He promoted the Immaculate Conception through preaching and a profound Eucharistic and Marian life. His life shows that holiness grows when prayer becomes concrete and persevering service.
Example of
PrayerLove for the EucharistConsecrated life