October 6
Maria Francisca of the Five Wounds (1715–1791)
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Neapolitan Franciscan tertiary, María Francisca de las Cinco Llagas lived contemplation in the midst of a popular neighborhood and a difficult family.
Biography
Born Ana María Gallo, she helped in the family business since she was a child and endured the violence of her father, who tried to force her to marry him. At the age of sixteen he professed as a tertiary in Alcantarina without abandoning secular life. For decades he shared a humble home, cared for the needy and welcomed those seeking prayer and advice. Spiritually united to the Passion of Christ, she offered illnesses and trials for the Church and for the conversion of sinners.
Practical advice
Preserve peace today in a family tension and respond firmly, but without returning violence.
Example of
Family lifeFaithLove for the poor