Saint Angela Merici

Born in Italy in 1474, Angela was a Third Order of Saint Franciscan who embraced a life of poverty and sacrifice. She was deeply committed to the education of the girls in her town and founded the Company of Saint Ursula. The Ursulines are the oldest womens teaching order in the Church.Feast Day: January 27Patronage: Disabled, Physically Challenged, Sick, Those Grieving The Loss Of Parents