St Frances Of Rome

Saint Frances of Rome was born into a wealthy family in 1384. She was quiet, yet strong willed, which she inherited from her father. From eleven years old, she knew God was calling her to be a nun. Her and her father’s similar personalities started to clash and he said she was “too young to know what she wanted.” To keep her from becoming a nun, he promised a wealthy family that she would marry their son. She prayed to God that the marriage wouldn’t happen. She reluctantly gave in to the marriage, even though she knew she wanted to be a nun. Her husband really cared and loved her, but she couldn’t ignore her calling to God. The stress of being a married 13 year old attending parties and feasts and banquets got to Frances and she collapsed. She was unable to speak, eat or move. At her worst, she saw a vision of Saint Alexis, who had dealt with the same situation in his life. She whispered to him that God’s will was hers, and his response was that she was to live to glorify his name. After that, Frances recovered immediately. Even though she was better, her problems didn’t go away. She found …show more content…
Through the intercession of your beloved daughter, St. Frances of Rome, please grant safety to all who travel our roads. She herself was given the grace of angelic protection in all her travels; we ask this same grace that our Guardian Angels may be our constant help and defense. Lord, we ask that through the care of St. Frances of Rome, You may inspire all who drive to do so with utmost care. May they soberly realize that the great caution that must be used to guard their own safety, the safety of those they transport, and the safety of all others who share the road with them. May special graces be given to new young drivers, that they may use extreme care while driving and be guided by your divine protection. We ask this through Christ our Lord.