Feast Day: August 1
Patron of Moral Theologians and Confessors
About St. Alphonsus Liguori
St. Alphonsus Liguori was born in 1696 near Naples, Italy. A brilliant lawyer, he left a successful legal career to become a priest after feeling called by God. In 1732, he founded the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer, known as the Redemptorists, to serve the poor and neglected, especially in rural areas.
St. Alphonsus was a gifted preacher, writer, and theologian. He is best known for his deep devotion to Our Lady and for his influential spiritual works, including The Glories of Mary and Moral Theology. He emphasized God’s mercy and encouraged Christians to approach confession and Holy Communion with love and trust.
He was declared a Doctor of the Church in 1871 for his profound contributions to Catholic moral teaching and devotion.
St. Alphonsus died in 1787 and remains a model of humility, zeal, and compassion.
Short Prayer
Prayer to St. Alphonsus Liguori
O holy St. Alphonsus, you served God with wisdom and love. Teach us to seek His will in all things, to love Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, and to trust in God’s mercy. Intercede for us that we may live holy lives and reach our heavenly home.
Amen.
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