Catholic Saints St. Catherine of Siena
Apr 29, 2025
Delve into the life of St. Catherine of Siena, a nurse and mystic whose faith influenced the papacy. Discover her courageous defiance of societal norms and her deep mystical experiences. The podcast highlights her commitment to serving the poor and the importance of divine dependence through fasting. Learn how Catherine's joyful spirit and bold faith shaped her community during turbulent times. The discussion draws parallels between her life during the Black Death and the challenges faced by today's healthcare workers.
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Courage Needed for Prayer
- Prayer takes courage, like nursing takes courage. St. Catherine emphasized perseverance in prayer as an act of bravery.
Cutting Hair to Avoid Marriage
- Catherine cut off all her hair to avoid her parents' push to marry. This bold act showed her determination to follow God's call.
Eucharist as Fish in Ocean
- Catherine reflected on the Eucharist as God being within her soul, like a fish in the ocean. This metaphor illustrated the mystery of God's intimate presence.