St. Rose of Lima-Without the burden of afflictions

By Catholic Digest on August 23, 2018

Optional Memorial of St. Rose of Lima, Virgin

Without the burden of afflictions, it is impossible to reach the height of grace. The gift of grace increases as the struggle increases.

— St. Rose of Lima

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St. Rose of Lima-Without the burden of afflictions

Without the burden of afflictions, it is impossible to reach the height of grace. The gift of grace increases as the struggle increases.

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