Catholic Saints St. Elizabeth of Hungary
Nov 17, 2025
Dr. Arielle Harms, a Professor of pastoral theology at the Augustine Institute, shares insights into the life of St. Elizabeth of Hungary, a 13th-century princess turned servant of the poor. Listen as she recounts Elizabeth's charitable acts, including the miraculous cloak-turned-roses story. Discover how Elizabeth's early marriage and widowhood fueled her mission to help the sick. Harms also highlights Elizabeth's enduring legacy in the Church and suggests invoking her intercession for guidance in leveraging our gifts to serve others.
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Early Piety Despite Royal Life
- Elizabeth demonstrated early piety and a consistent attention to the poor from childhood into marriage.
- Her royal upbringing did not prevent her from prioritizing prayer and charity over ostentation.
The Roses In Her Cloak
- Elizabeth gave bread to the poor and faced suspicion from a hunting party that accused her of stealing from the castle.
- When she opened her cloak, red and white roses appeared instead of stolen bread, showing a miraculous vindication.
Leper Revealed As Christ
- Elizabeth placed a leper in her bed to care for him, provoking her husband's shock and anger.
- When he pulled back the sheets he saw Jesus on the cross instead of a leper, which converted his heart.