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Description: Saint Michael defeating the dragon, from an antique engraving. "Then war broke out in heaven; Michael and his angels battled against the dragon. The dragon and its angels fought back, but they did not prevail and there was no longer any place for them in heaven. The huge dragon, the ancient serpent, who is called the Devil and Satan, who deceived the whole world, was thrown down to earth, and its angels were thrown down with it." (Revelation 12:7-9, NAB)
Description: Born in 1586 in Lima, Peru to Spanish colonists, and named Isabel Flores de Olivia, she was exceptionally beautiful. From an early age, Rose wanted to become a nun. She often prayed and fasted in secret. St. Rose kept herself cloistered in her room, spending long periods in prayer. It was said she slept only two hours per night so as to have more time for prayer. When she turned 20, she was permitted to join the Third Order of St. Dominic. She continued a life of extreme prayer, fasting and penance. Her feast day is August 23 around the world, although some countries, like Peru, celebrate her on August 30.St. Rose is the patroness of those who suffer ridicule for their piety. and people who suffer family problems.
