January 12
Nicholas Bunkerd Kitbamrung (1895–1944)
Martyr
Practical advice
Pray today for those who have treated you unfairly and avoid recounting the offense to fuel resentment.
Biography
Thai priest and martyr, Nicholas Bunkerd Kitbamrung evangelized remote villages, sought out those who had distanced themselves from the Church and cared for the poor with special charity. During an anti-Catholic persecution he was falsely accused of espionage and imprisoned. In prison he forgave his accusers, taught catechism, administered the sacraments and supported his companions. His guardians deliberately sent him to the tuberculosis ward; He contracted the disease and died without medical attention on January 12, 1944.
Example of
FortitudeFaithfulnessSacrifice