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title: "June 27, 2023: St. Francis and St. Catherine"
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Caio from Sienna! We began the day with mass at the tomb of St. Francis of Assisi, a privilege that few pilgrims are able to participate in. Students were able to pray at his tomb and after we journeyed to Siena where we spent time learning about and praying with the great St. Catherine of Siena. We finished the day with a holy hour in front of the Eucharist Miracle of Siena. It was truly beautiful to see our students adoring Jesus in the Eucharist that has been there for nearly 300 years. Pray that this hour of adoration increases our devotion to the Blessed Sacrament. 

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