![]() ![]() ![]() After hearing a sermon on the Passion of Christ she returned to her cell kneeling before her crucifix, she implored: "Let me, my Jesus share in Thy suffering, at least of one of Thy thorns". Rita's hidden, simple life in religion was distinguished by obedience and charity she performed many extreme penances. Astonished at the miracle, the Nuns received Rita, and soon enrolled her among their number. In a miraculous way she was conducted to the monastic enclosure, no entrance having been opened. One night as Rita was praying earnestly in her humble home she heard herself called by name, while someone knocked at the door. God Himself, however, supported her cause. Three times she sought admittance among the Augustinian Nuns in Cascia, but her request was refused each time, and she returned to her home in Rocca Porrena. Rita's former desire to consecrate herself to God again took possession of her. Rita continued her accustomed devotions, and her sanctity and prayers finally won her husband's heart so that he willingly consented that she continue her acts of devotion.Įighteen years had elapsed since her marriage, when her husband was murdered by an old enemy both of her sons died shortly after. Two sons were born to them, each inheriting their father's quarrelsome temperament. Pious though her parents were, their tearful pleadings to postpone her noble purpose prevailed on Rita, and they gave her in marriage, at the age of eighteen, to an impulsive, irascible young man, who was well fitted to try the patience and virtue of the holy girl. At the age of twelve, however, she desired to consecrate herself to God in the religious state. To satisfy her desire of a life of union with God by prayer, her parents fitted up a little room in their home as an oratory, where she spent all her spare moments. Rita of Cassia Rita's childhood was one of happiness to her parents. This optional memorial is new to the USA liturgical calendar. She died May 22, 1456, and both in life and after death has worked many miracles. ![]() Jesus imprinted on her brow the mark of a thorn from His crown. ![]() In a life-long and terrible malady her patience, cheerfulness, and union by prayer with almighty God, never failed her. Augustine at Cascia her native town, in central Italy. Called afterwards to the religious state, she professed the Rule of St. Rita lost, by death, her husband and her two sons. » Enjoy our Liturgical Seasons series of e-books!Īfter eighteen years of married life, St. A Life of Heroic Humility and Obedience | Pope Saint John Paul II.Rita and to draw strength and inspiration from her life and teachings. Rita of Cascia: The Saint of Impossible" is a powerful and uplifting book that will be a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual connection with St. Rita's life and teachings, and how her example can guide us in our own lives. The book also includes insights into the meaning of St. Rita's life, her unwavering faith in God, and her miraculous interventions in the lives of those who have sought her help. Throughout the book, readers will be inspired by the stories of St. Rita and to seek her intercession for any impossible causes or seemingly insurmountable challenges that they may be facing. The novena is designed to help readers deepen their spiritual connection with St. Rita, along with a brief biography of her life and a selection of her most famous prayers. This book provides readers with a nine-day novena prayer to St. Rita of Cascia is known for her miraculous interventions in the lives of those who seek her intercession, particularly in times of great difficulty or despair. Rita, a beloved saint of the Catholic Church who is often referred to as the "patron saint of impossible causes". Rita of Cascia: The Saint of Impossible" is a devotional guide that is dedicated to St. ![]()
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