Prayers for the souls in Purgatory by St. Gertrude the Great | Sacred Heart of Jesus

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Reflecting on Saint Gertrude the Great, one must revisit the Helfta Monastery, a cradle of religious literature by women. Gertrude, a renowned mystic and the only German woman dubbed ‘Great’, left a significant mark on Christian spirituality with her deep humility and zeal for others’ salvation. She drew wisdom from Matilda of Hackeborn and Magdeburg, flourishing under Abbess Gertrude’s guidance. Born on Epiphany 1256, Gertrude entered the monastery at five, dedicating her life to learning and s

Today is the Feast of St. Gertrude the Great (1256-1302) 🤍🙏 St. Gertrude was a 13th-century German Benedictine nun and mystic who was graced with heavenly visions. She was one of the earliest mystics to whom Jesus encouraged devotion to His Sacred Heart—nearly 400 years before He revealed His Sacred Heart to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque! Here are a few ways to celebrate her feast and show glory to God ⤵️ - Visit a Graveyard - Offer Mass for another (alive or deceased) - Pray the St. Gertrude pra