Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows

[Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows]
Also known as
Francesco Possenti
Francis Possenti
Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother
Gabriel Possenti
Memorial
27 February
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One of thirteen children. After a youth devoted to the world and society, attending the theatre, chasing women and the hunt, he was led to the Passionist Order by Our Lady. His life was not marked by great events or controversy, but given to prayer, sacrifice, and a devotion to Our Lady and the contemplation of her sorrows over the suffering of Jesus. Many miracles are attributed to him after his death. Cured Saint Gemma Galgani when she prayed to him. Pope Benedict XV gave him as a pattern for young people.
Born
1 March 1838 at Assisi, Italy
Died
27 February 1862 at Abruzzi, Italy of tuberculosis
Name Meaning
God is my strength; God is mighty; strong man of God; the strength of God
Venerated
14 May 1905
Beatified
31 May 1908
Canonized
13 May 1920 by Pope Benedict XV
Patronage
Abruzzi, Italy
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Readings
I will attempt day by day to break my will into pieces. I want to do God's Holy Will, not my own!

- Saint Gabriel Possenti
Love Mary! She is loveable, faithful, constant. She will never let herself be outdone in love, but will ever remain supreme. If you are in danger, she will hasten to free you. If you are troubled, she will console you. If you are sick, she will bring you relief. If you are in need, she will help you. She does not look to see what kind of person you have been. She simply comes to a heart that wants to love her. She comes quickly and opens her merciful heart to you, embraces you and consoles and serves you. She will even be at hand to accompany you on the trip to eternity.

- Saint Gabriel of the Sorrowful Mother

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