Catholic Saint
St. Euphrasia Eluvathingal
“An Indian Carmelite nun known as the 'Praying Mother' for her extraordinary life of contemplative prayer and mystical experiences.”
Feast Day: August 29
Biography
St. Euphrasia Eluvathingal was an Indian Carmelite nun of the Syro-Malabar Church known for her deep mystical prayer life. She spent hours in Eucharistic adoration daily and was sought out by people from all walks of life for her spiritual counsel. She was canonized by Pope Francis in 2014.
Prayer to St. Euphrasia Eluvathingal
My only desire is to love God and to be consumed in His love.