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Friends of the Rosary,

Today, February 10, is the Memorial of St. Scholastica (480-547), the twin sister of St. Benedict, the patriarch of Western monasticism.

Inspired by Benedict’s teaching, this 6th-century Italian virgin and nun founded the female branch of the Benedictine order. She established a convent near Monte Cassino, where she followed the Benedictine rule of prayer and work.

Scholastica devoted her whole life from early youth to seeking and serving God.

Tradition holds that at her death, her soul ascended to heaven in the form of a dove.

Also, a miracle is attributed to her. According to Pope St. Gregory the Great, when Benedict refused to stay past their annual visit, Scholastica prayed, causing a severe thunderstorm that forced him to stay, demonstrating that her love for God allowed her to prevail.

She is often depicted holding a dove or a book of rules, symbolizing her pure soul and role as a founder.

Ave Maria!
Come, Holy Spirit, come!
To Jesus through Mary!

Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.
Please give us the grace to respond with joy!

+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New York

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