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History
Saint Eleutherius was a simple man of great faith who
was the head of a monastery. He helped a child who was possessed by the devil.
But then Eleutherius became full of pride and said that the child would be safe
in the monastery school because of all the good men who lived there. The devil
attacked the child again, and Eleutherius realized his mistake. He fasted and prayed
with all the other monks until the child was free again. After that, when
Eleutherius prayed for a miracle, it usually happened. In fact, he once prayed that Saint Gregory
the Great – whom we learned about on Tuesday – would get healthy enough to fast
for Lent, and God made it happen.
Activity
When God answers our prayers for a miracle – like He did
for Saint Eleutherius – it’s a sweet experience! Here’s a pretend “miracle”
with a sweet ending to help you remember to strive to say and pray for the
right things. “Miracle” Peach Cobbler is not really a miracle because it’s
kitchen chemistry that makes the crust appear, but it’s a fun way to remember
the miracles that Saint Eleutherius prayed for.
Saint Eleutherius the Abbot, pray for us!
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