frjosh on Nostr: Today we celebrate St. Rose of Lima, patroness of Peru and Third-Order Dominican. ...
Today we celebrate St. Rose of Lima, patroness of Peru and Third-Order Dominican. Originally intending to enter the convent, after her parents' refusal she dedicated herself to a life of penance, prayer, and good works.
It's said her humility led her to blotching her own face with spicy peppers, avoiding the suitors her family was intent on throwing at her. Probably don't do that yourselves.
It's said her humility led her to blotching her own face with spicy peppers, avoiding the suitors her family was intent on throwing at her. Probably don't do that yourselves.