May 31
Mariano de Roccacasale (1778–1866)
Franciscan religious
Practical advice
Listen today until the end to whoever comes with a concern and then expressly take it to your prayer.
Biography
An Italian Franciscan brother, Mariano de Roccacasale went from a youth as a poor shepherd to a long life of prayer, hospitality and peace. In the convent he served mainly as a doorkeeper, respectfully receiving pilgrims, the poor, and people seeking advice. He listened to their sorrows, shared what he had, and then presented their needs in long hours of Eucharistic adoration. Its simplicity turned the door of the convent into a place of welcome where many recovered serenity and hope.
Example of
PrayerLove for the EucharistConsecrated life