Blessed Julia Rodzinska

Blessed Julia Rodzinska, also known as Stanislawa Rodzinska, Giulia Rodzinska, Mother of Orphans, Apostle of the Rosary, Sister Maria Julia, and prisoner P40992, was born on March 16, 1899, in Nawojowa, Malopolskie, Poland. She was the second of five children born to Michael Rodzinska and Marianna (née Sekuly). Michael, who was the church organist and led the parish choir, also worked at a local bank. Despite coming from a poor but pious family, Marianna's wealthy family refused to provide any assistance, which left the family struggling.