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By Lady Georgina Fullerton · Published by TAN Books
Overview
This classic biography immerses readers in the life of Saint Frances of Rome, a fifteenth-century noblewoman who transformed privilege into selfless service to the poor, sickness, and suffering amid war, plague, and famine in the Eternal City, rooted in the Church’s tradition of hagiography and virtue. Frances’s mystical visions of heaven, hell, and purgatory, her unwavering charity, and her founding of the Oblates of Mary reflect a life wholly devoted to Christ, calling readers to embrace humility, compassion, and sacrificial love in their own walk of faith.
Compelling biography of a saint whose life of prayer and charity shines amid 15th-century turmoil.
Shows how Frances’s privilege became a channel of service to the poor and afflicted.
Recounts her mystical insight into eternal realities that deepened her devotion.
Details her founding of the Oblates of Mary with Benedictine spirituality at its heart.:
Encourages readers toward humble obedience and sacrificial love in daily life.
FAQs
Q: Who was St. Frances of Rome? A: A fifteenth-century Italian noblewoman, mystic, and founder of the Oblates of Mary, known for her deep prayer life, heroic charity, and service to the suffering during war, plague, and famine.
Q: What does this biography cover? A: It recounts her life from noble birth through marriage, family life, her extraordinary works of mercy, mystical experiences, and her role in founding a spiritual community devoted to prayer and service.
Q: Is this book suitable for spiritual formation? A: Yes, its clear narrative and witness to sanctity make it suitable for prayerful reading, personal formation, and reflection on Christian charity and holiness.
Intended Audience
For Catholic readers seeking an inspiring saint’s biography rooted in tradition, for families and catechists wishing to explore a model of charity and mystical devotion, and for anyone desiring to deepen their love of Christ through the example of St. Frances’s life.