June 28
María Pía Mastena (1881–1951)
Founding religious
Italian nun and founder, María Pía Mastena wanted to restore the face of Jesus in every person, especially in the poor and sick.
Biography
She was a teacher and catechist for many years, also serving people with disabilities. After discerning between the contemplative life and the apostolate, he founded the Religious of the Holy Face, dedicated to education and works of mercy. She taught her sisters to make the face of Christ smile on the faces of their neighbors.
Practical advice
Make a distressed person smile today through a delicate gesture and truly useful help.
Example of
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