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March 9 - Saint Frances of Rome

March 9 - Saint Frances of Rome

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March 9: Saint Francis of Rome, Religious—Optional Memorial

1495–1550
Patron Saint of hospitals, nurses, firefighters, booksellers, alcoholics, and the sick
Canonized October 16, 1690 by Pope Alexander VIII
Liturgical Color: White (Purple if Lenten Weekday)

Quote:
A married woman must, when called upon, leave her devotions to God at the altar to find him in her household affairs. ~Famous quote of Saint Frances

Prayer:
Saint Frances of Rome, you loved and served God at every stage of your life. Please pray that I may serve God within my vocation, seeking only His holy and perfect will. Saint Frances, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.

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