Saint of the Day Quote: Blessed Jacoba dei Settsoli

Blessed Jacoba of Settesoli was a follower of St. Francis of Assisi.

Jacoba dei Settsoli was born in Rome and married into a noble family. Her husband died when she was still young, leaving her as a widow. Shortly after, she sought to meet Francis.

Her opportunity came when he arrived in Rome, seeking permission to form his order. She listened to him preach and asked his advice on how to be charitable.

Francis suggested she remain with her family, so she became a member of the Third Order of St. Francis. She allowed her two sons to manage family affairs while she, working out of her house, devoted herself to performing acts of charity for others.

When Francis would visit Rome he would often stay with her and the two became friends. Francis often refered to her kindly as “Brother Jacoba.”

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