6 July: St. Maria Goretti, Virgin Martyr – VIDEO – Wherein Fr. Z Rants. | Fr. Z's Blog

6 July: St. Maria Goretti, Virgin Martyr – VIDEO – Wherein Fr. Z rants. | Fr. Z's Blog

Before anything else, allow me to remind you that the only thing Christ went back to explain  when He taught the disciples how to pray (the Lord’s Prayer) was that if we do not forgive, we will not be forgiven … Read More →

Message of John Paul II to the Bishop of Albano for the Centenary of the Death of St. Maria Goretti - Catholic Insight

To my Venerable Brother Bishop Agostino Vallini of Albano 1. A hundred years ago, on 6 July 1902, Maria Goretti died in the hospital at Nettuno, brutally stabbed the day before in the little village of Le Ferriere, in the Pontine Marshes. Her spiritual life, the strength of her faith, her ability to forgive her murderer have placed her among the best-loved saints of the 20th century. Appropriately, therefore, the Congregation of the Passion (C.P…

7 Things to Know About the Beautiful Saint Maria Goretti, Model of Chastity & Forgiveness

Saint Maria Goretti is a miraculous intercessor with a compelling story. She provides a timeless example of faith, chastity, and forgiveness.The Catholic Church celebrates Saint Maria Goretti's feast day on July 6.Here are seven things to know and share about Saint Maria Goretti:Caroline Perkins, ChurchPOP1. Saint Maria Goretti was born in 1890 in Corinaldo, Italy. She was raised in a poor agricultural family. She was known for her cheerful and …