July 24
Giovanni Tavelli of Tossignano (1386–1446)
Bishop
Practical advice
Include the poor and sick in a pastoral decision you are preparing.
Biography
Bishop of Ferrara, Juan Tavelli reformed religious life and personally cared for the poor and sick. During an epidemic he organized assistance and hospitals, uniting pastoral government, austerity and mercy. His life shows that holiness grows when prayer becomes concrete and persevering service.
Example of
Spirit of servicePrayerPastoral leadership