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    Saint of the Day, November 18

    St. Rose Philippine Duchesne

    St. Rose Philippine Duchesne

    St. Rose Philippine Duchesne

    1769 – 1852

    Patron of perseverance

    Saint Rose Philippine Duchesne (1769–1852) waited almost her whole life to become a missionary. Born in Grenoble, France, she entered religious life young, only to see her convent closed during the French Revolution. After the Revolution she joined the new Society of the Sacred Heart, founded by St. Madeleine Sophie Barat.

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    The Dedication of the Basilicas of Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles

    Optional Memorial

    Honors the great Roman basilicas built over the tombs of the two apostles, signs of the faith they handed on to the Church.

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    A personalized print, mug or ornament for St. Rose Philippine Duchesne.

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