Who Was This Saint?
Kolbe united Marian devotion, media apostolate, and heroic charity, culminating in self-offering at Auschwitz.
August 14
Saint Maximilian Kolbe
Franciscan priest and martyr who gave his life for another prisoner.
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Their Path to Christ
He shows that true love is willing to give itself away at great cost.
Key Virtues
- charity
- courage
- Marian devotion
What to Imitate Today
- Use media for truth and charity.
- Choose sacrificial love over self-protection once today.
Patronage and Intercession
Traditionally invoked for: technology-and-media.
Feast Day and Liturgical Notes
August 14 in many calendars. Local observances and ranks can vary.
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