May 6
Jacinto Vera (1813–1881)
missionary bishop
Practical advice
Visit a small community and listen to their needs before proposing solutions.
Biography
First bishop of Montevideo, Jacinto Vera toured Uruguay as a missionary and pastor. He organized parishes, trained priests, defended the freedom of the Church and tirelessly approached dispersed communities. His life shows that holiness grows when prayer becomes concrete and persevering service.
Example of
Missionary zealSpirit of servicePastoral leadership