St. Frances of Rome: The Pride of a Name

Catholic Apostolate Center Resources · Mar 3, 2026 · 3m

St. Frances of Rome is known for her charitable works for the poor despite her noble status. She founded a religious society to help the suffering in Rome. After her husband passed, she lived with the community. This blogcast explores “The Pride of a Name: St. Frances of Rome" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written and read by Sarah Scalfaro.

Last year, I wrote a blog about my confirmation saint, Saint Felicity. I wrote how her life was inspirational towards my own life and how proud I was to have her as “my” saint. I really enjoyed the experience of learning more about “my” saint, and I thought…