Venerable Veronica of the Passion – Mystic and Stigmatic Nun

BLESSED. VERONICA OF THE PASSION

Venerable Veronica of the Passion, an Italian Poor Clare nun, dedicated her life to the mystical love of Christ. She received the stigmata and spent much of her life in deep contemplation, uniting her suffering with Christ’s Passion.

Born as Veronica Giuliani on December 27, 1660, in Mercatello, Italy, she entered the Poor Clare Order at the age of 17 in Citta di Castello. Throughout her early life, she exhibited a deep devotion to Christ and an intense spiritual life. Her mystical experiences began almost immediately upon entering the convent, marked by visions and spiritual ecstasies.

Veronica’s spirituality was deeply centered around the Passion of Christ, and she spent much of her life meditating on His suffering. In 1697, after years of spiritual preparation, Veronica received the stigmata, the visible wounds of Christ’s crucifixion, which she bore for the remainder of her life. She was also known for her ecstatic visions, which often included the presence of angels, the Virgin Mary, and Christ Himself.

Her commitment to humility, poverty, and the love of Christ left a profound impact on those around her. She served as the abbess of her convent for many years, and under her leadership, the community flourished both spiritually and materially.

Despite the extreme physical and mental suffering caused by her stigmas, Veronica embraced her cross with great love, offering her pain for the salvation of souls. Her writings, which include mystical reflections on the Passion, became a source of spiritual inspiration for generations of Catholics.

Veronica died on July 9, 1727, after a long life of suffering, prayer, and self-sacrifice. Her reputation for holiness grew during her lifetime and after her death, and she was venerated by many as a saintly figure.

Venerable Veronica was beatified by Pope Benedict XV in 1920, and her cause for canonization has been promoted by the Church. She is a model of mystical spirituality and dedication to the Passion of Christ.

Her life serves as a powerful example of how one can unite their suffering with Christ's and offer it for the good of others. Her feast day is celebrated on July 9, the day of her death.

Feast Day

9-7-

Birth Date

27-12-1660

Died Date

9-7-1727

Canonised Date

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Castello, Italy

O Venerable Veronica of the Passion, who embraced the sufferings of Christ with a heart full of love, intercede for us that we may live lives of humility and devotion. Help us to bear our crosses with courage and to imitate your profound union with the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Amen.
BLESSED. VERONICA OF THE PASSION

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BLESSED. VERONICA OF THE PASSION

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