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| St. Bernardine of Siena |
History
Even though Bernardine was
very good at caring for sick people, he did not know if that was what God
wanted him to do. He fasted and prayed until he realized he should join the
Franciscans. The Franciscans were missionary preachers, but Bernardine’s voice
was weak and hoarse, so he spent his first 12 years praying that God would
prepare him for mission work. The first time he preached, his voice was so
strong and commanding, everybody loved what he had to say. Pope Pius II
compared him to the Apostle Paul, too. Bernardine preached until he died
peacefully when he was almost 64 years old.
Activity
Sometimes we have to ask God for the gifts that we need to
do the work He has given us to do. Is there something you think you’re supposed
to be doing, but you think there’s no way because you don’t have a particular
skill or ability? Start praying for it today! Saint Bernadine of Siena had to
way 12 years for the gift, but when he received it, he was amazing.
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