St Bridget 23rd July

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St. Bridget of Sweden was a visionary and saint from the 14th century. After marrying at the age of thirteen and mothering eight children, she devoted her life and her love to God. Bridget began seeing visions of Jesus Christ as early as seven years old, and after her husband’s death in 1344, she believed she was summoned to be Christ’s bride. She felt that her visions allowed her to be a representative for God’s desires in the natural world, and she went to many lengths to fight for the causes God instructed through her. Bridget’s influence during her time was strong, but not always without controversy. She never shied away from disagreeing with some of the Church’s decisions, and this created enemies for her. Despite her bold words, she was a revered figure in Europe and specifically in Sweden, and was canonized as a saint in 1391.

“O Lord, show me the way and make me willing to follow it.”

“I had everything I could wish for on earth—riches, honor, and a good family—but I gave it all up for the love of God.”

“If people could see the value of the Mass, they would die of joy.”

“He who looks at the cross with faith and love will never be lost.”