
Saint Rosalia, Virgin
1130-1166
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Little Rosalia, a descendant of Charlemagne, turned away from earthly vanities at a young age to dedicate herself to God.
She left her home to live in the caves of Sicily, etching her commitment to Christ on the stone walls with the words, “I, Rosalia, have taken resolution to live in this cave for the love of my Lord.”
Rosalia spent the remainder of her short life in constant mortification and prayer, unknown and hidden from the world.
Hundreds of years after her death, Rosalia’s remains were miraculously discovered, igniting widespread devotion to this secret saint.
Saint Rosalia, pray for us!
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Prayer for the Intercession of St. Rosalia
Father in heaven, we thank You for the communion of saints so that we can draw near to You through the prayers of St. Rosalie. Through her prayers, help us to remember that our destiny is heaven.
As St. Rosalie gave up all things in this world for the sake of Your Kingdom, through her prayers, may we love more fully Your Son our Lord Jesus Christ, who together with You and the Holy Spirit are one God forever and ever. Amen.
O God, our Father, mercifully look upon Your people who come to You and grant through the intercession of St. Rosalie, who turned away from earthly delights to the joys of contemplation, that we may be delivered from all harm here on earth and one day be welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven.
St. Rosalie, confessor and virgin, we pray to God for our families and friends. Through your powerful prayers, may we obtain health, life, and eternal salvation. I also pray today for this special need and intention (make your intention known). O glorious virgin and confessor, St. Rosalie, I promise henceforth to remember and follow your example of faith and love. Pray for me and mine.
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