📚 St. Josephine Bakhita

St. Josephine Bakhita was born in Sudan and endured a life of suffering, having been kidnapped and sold into slavery at a young age. After being freed, she embraced Christianity and entered the religious life as a nun with the Canossian Daughters of Charity in Italy. Known for her deep forgiveness and joyful spirit, St. Josephine became a beloved figure for her unwavering faith and love for God despite her painful past. She spent the rest of her life in prayer and service, becoming a symbol of hope and healing for those who suffer from oppression and injustice.

Lived: 1869 - 1947 | Feast Day: February 8 | Canonized: October 1, 2000
Patronage: Victims of human trafficking, Sudan, and those suffering from oppression