June 6

Polish. 1865-1935
Beatified by Pope John Paul II in 1997.

Maria was raised in a pious family and had a great devotion to the Sacred Heart. She founded the Congregation of the Good Shepherd of the Divine Providence (Good Shepherd Sisters), who work for the moral and social rehabilitation of prostitutes and care for those suffering from venereal diseases.

"She worked as a true Samaritan among women suffering great material and moral deprivation. Her devotion to the Savior's Sacred Heart bore fruit in a great love for people. Thanks to this love, she restored many souls to the light of Christ and helped them to retain their lost dignity." --Pope John Paul II during the beatification ceremony

"Make Christ more visible than we ourselves." --Blessed Maria