The pursuit of Christian virtue

July 6

Feast of Saint Maria Goretti

“Not all of us are expected to die a martyr’s death, but we are called to the pursuit of Christian virtue. This demands strength of character… a constant, persistent and relentless effort is being asked of us right up to the moment of our death.”

-Pope Pius XII at the canonization of St. Maria Goretti

Today's Reflection:

Dear Holy Spirit, illuminate for me today the virtue I need to acquire the most. Give me the grace to persist in its achievement today and every day of my life. Amen.

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