Saint of the Day for 19 April: St. Emma of Saxony
St. Emma of Saxony: an example of devotion and charity
Name
St. Emma of Saxony
Title
Widow
Birth
11th Century, Germany
Death
1040, Germany
Recurrence
19 April
Prayer
O God, who gave your people St. Emma the widow, by her help make us strong and persevering in the faith, to cooperate assiduously in the unity of the Church. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who is God, and lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, for ever and ever. Amen
The Saint and Mission
St. Emma of Saxony, with her fervent spiritual commitment and dedication to mission, has illuminated the path of believers through the centuries. Her life was a constant example of service and love for others, embodying the values of evangelization and faith sharing. Through her work, she spread the message of hope and compassion, bringing comfort and healing to those she encountered along her path. St. Emma reminds us of the importance of being living witnesses to the Word of God, actively engaging in the mission of spreading love and mercy in the world.
The Saint and Mercy
St. Emma of Saxony, with her generous heart and unlimited compassion, perfectly embodied the concept of mercy. Through her actions and life example, she demonstrated a deep sensitivity to those who suffer and are in need. Her dedication to caring for the sick and poor, combined with her ability to forgive and welcome all with love, reflects the compassionate nature of the Gospel message. St. Emma teaches us that mercy is not just a feeling, but is manifested through concrete gestures of kindness, solidarity and forgiveness. Her merciful spirit continues to inspire and guide those who seek to follow in her footsteps, bringing light and hope in life’s dark moments.
Hagiography
There are two Saints with the name Emma: of the second we shall not have occasion to speak, because her memory falls on June 29, the feast of Apostles Peter and Paul. Of the first we can instead speak today, since no other saint is proposed, on this date, by the Universal Calendar. It follows that April 19 can be taken as the name-day of all women who repeat this name as beautiful as it is widespread; and…