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St. Josephine Bakhita (OM)

February 8, 2029

Saint Josephine Bakhita, born in Sudan around 1869, was kidnapped at a young age and sold into slavery. Enduring unimaginable suffering, she was later purchased by an Italian family, where she encountered Christianity and converted to Catholicism. After gaining her freedom, Josephine entered the Canossian Daughters of Charity in Italy, dedicating her life to God. Known for her deep faith, humility, and forgiveness, she became a beloved figure. She died in 1947 and was canonized in 2000 by Pope John Paul II. Her feast day, celebrated on February 8th, honours her resilience, faith, and love for God.

The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) has decreed that this is a Holy Day of Memorial (Optional) to be observed in Canada.

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February 8, 2029
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