Catholic Saint
St. Jacinta Marto
“The youngest visionaries of Fatima who dedicated her life to praying for the conversion of sinners.”
- Feast Day:
- February 20
Biography
Blessed Jacinta Marto was a shepherd girl from Portugal who witnessed the Marian apparitions in Fatima in 1917. Known for her profound devotion at a young age, she offered her suffering for the salvation of others and was deeply affected by the reality of sin and its consequences. Jacinta died at the tender age of 9, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith and love for the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Prayer to St. Jacinta Marto
I will pray a lot for you, and I also want you to pray for me.
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