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EPISODE · Jan 23, 2026 · 6 MIN

Day 84: St. Marianne Cope

from Saints in a Year · host The Road to Damascus with Saul

Today the Church honors St. Marianne Cope, a Franciscan sister whose fearless love led her to serve those suffering from Hansen’s disease in Hawaii. When others turned away, she chose compassion, dignity, and courage.In this episode of Saints in a Year, Saul shares 7 in-depth reflections on the life of St. Marianne Cope. You will learn how her leadership prepared her for mission, why she volunteered without fear, how she transformed life on Molokai, and why love rooted in God overcomes every fear.📖 Scripture1 John 4:18“There is no fear in love, but perfect love drives out fear.”💬 Thought to Remember“I am not afraid of any disease.”Reflection:St. Marianne’s courage flowed from love grounded in faith. Her life invites us to confront fear not with avoidance, but with charity that draws near.🙏 Prayer to St. Marianne CopeSt. Marianne Cope,servant of the suffering,pray for us.Help us love without fear,serve without hesitation,and see Christ in every person.Amen.📅 Follow Saints in a Year daily as we walk through the Church calendar and learn from the saints who guide us to Christ.📺 Subscribe to join the journey: @TravelingtoDamascus📖 Hashtags#TheRoadToDamascus #SaintsInAYear #StMarianneCope #CatholicSaints #SaintsOfCharity #LoveWithoutFear

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