March 3
Teresa Eustoquio Verzeri (1801–1852)
Religious
An Italian nun with a profound interior life, Teresa Eustoquio Verzeri founded the Daughters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus with Canon José Benaglio.
Biography
She trained her sisters to educate poor girls, accompany young people in danger, and intelligently serve the needs of their time. He experienced doubts, illnesses, misunderstandings and an intense feeling of the absence of God, but he remained firm in faith and in the sincere search for his will. He taught that true education unites clarity of judgment, tenderness and respect for the freedom of each person.
Practical advice
Before advising a young person, listen to him without interrupting and ask a question that will help him discern for himself.
Example of
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