St. Maria Goretti
July 6 marks the feast day of , a young virgin and martyr whose life is an example of purity and mercy for all Christians.
Maria took care of the younger children while her mother worked, and she prayed the Rosary every night for the repose of her father’s soul. She grew in grace and maturity, and her cheerful obedience and piety were noticed by those around her. From that moment, Alessandro converted and found peace. He repented of his crime and changed his life. He was released from prison three years early and begged forgiveness from Maria’s mother, which she duly granted.
On her feast day in 2003, Pope John Paul II spoke about at his Sunday Angelus, noting that her life provides an exemplary witness of what it means to be"pure of heart."
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