Today we learn about St. Adelaide of Italy, a queen and empress who lived heroic holiness in the midst of power, suffering, and political turmoil. Widowed at a young age and unjustly imprisoned, she trusted completely in God and emerged as a peacemaker who used her authority to serve the poor and defend the Church.

In this episode, Saul shares 7 cool facts about St. Adelaide. You will learn how she became queen while still young, how she endured captivity for refusing an immoral marriage, and how God provided a miraculous escape. We also explore her role as Empress of the Holy Roman Empire, her commitment to charity and justice, her choice of forgiveness over vengeance, and how she ended her life in prayer and humility.

St. Adelaide’s witness reminds us that true power is found in mercy and that holiness is possible even in positions of great responsibility. Her life offers a powerful Advent message of trust, peace, and surrender to God’s will.

💬 Thought to Remember

“True power is found in mercy.”

✝️ Reflection Verse

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.”

Matthew 5:9

🙏 Prayer to St. Adelaide of Italy

St. Adelaide,

faithful servant of Christ and humble peacemaker,

teach us to trust God in times of suffering and uncertainty.

Help us choose mercy over anger, peace over power,

and faith over fear.

St. Adelaide, pray for us.

Amen.

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