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Sunday, September 6
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Luna Decrescens
Blessed Olinto Marella
Pallestrina, Italy
Blessed Olinto Marella, also known as Giuseppe Olinto Marella, was born on 14 June 1882 in Pallestrina, Italy. He was one of three children of a wealthy physician who unfortunately passed away when Olinto was just ten years old.
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Do not be afraid of holiness. It will take away none of your energy, vitality or joy. On the contrary, you will become what the Father had in mind when he created you, and you will be faithful to your deepest self.
Gaudete et Exsultate, 32
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