St. Margaret of Cortona
In a world that often tells us our past defines us, St. Margaret of Cortona reminds us that grace rewrites every story. Known first for a life of scandal and later for heroic repentance, she became a radiant witness to the mercy of Christ. Her journey from public sin to profound sanctity is not a tale of shame—but of transformation.Margaret’s life speaks directly to our time. She did not deny her failures. She confronted them, surrendered them, and allowed God to rebuild her heart. Through prayer, penance, and radical charity, she became a Franciscan tertiary and a spiritual mother to the poor. Her conversion was not quiet or private—it bore visible fruit in service, humility, and deep devotion to the Passion of Christ.This week, we reflect on a powerful truth: no soul is beyond redemption. Margaret’s witness challenges us to examine our attachments, trust in divine mercy, and begin again—no matter how far we believe we have fallen.