February 24
Tomás María Fusco (1831–1891)
missionary priest
Italian priest, Tomás María Fusco promoted catechesis, the training of priests and popular missions.
Biography
She founded the Daughters of Charity of the Most Precious Blood after learning of the abandonment of a girl, and opened orphanages and schools for poor minors. His fruitful activity aroused envy and serious slander, which he endured in silence and forgiving. Devoted to Christ crucified, he taught to unite apostolic work with the patient acceptance of trials. He died after a life entirely dedicated to his people.
Practical advice
If you receive unfair criticism today, clarify what is necessary without revenge and continue doing your duty well.
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