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Catherine of Siena was born the daughter of humble Italian weavers in 1347. As a child, she loved to pray and even had visions of angels. Catherine made a vow to remain a virgin for Christ. At the age of 15, she entered the Third Order of Saint Dominic. Catherine remained in her father’s shop, where she served people with love and joy every day. At home, Catherine prayed much and enjoyed God’s presence and His love.

After some time, Our Lord told Catherine to travel through Italy and to bring His people back to obedience to the Pope. Through her love and teaching, God brought many people close to His Son Jesus and the Catholic faith. Through Catherine’s prayers and work, Pope Gregory XI returned from France to Rome, and she encouraged him to help bring peace to the people of Italy.

God gave Catherine many spiritual gifts. She worked miracles and guided many people through her words and deeds. Catherine died at the age of 33. On October 4, 1970, Pope Paul VI declared Saint Catherine of Siena to be a Doctor, or True Teacher, of the Church.

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