April 5
Maria Crescencia Höss (1682–1744)
Franciscan nun
Daughter of a humble Bavarian weaver, María Crescencia Höss wanted to join the Franciscans, but her family could not pay the dowry.
Biography
Thanks to the unexpected help of a Protestant mayor she was received at the Kaufbeuren convent. There he endured misunderstandings and hard tasks at first; She later served as porter, mistress of novices and superior. Endowed with intelligence and prudence, she renewed the life of the community and advised many people, maintaining discretion about her mystical experiences. His authority was born from proven service in small things.
Practical advice
Carefully accomplish a humble task today before proposing changes to those who work with you.
Example of
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