Blessed Marie Poussepin
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
January 24
Born
October 14, 1653
Died
January 24, 1744
Beatified
20 November 1994 by Pope John Paul II
Biography
Blessed Marie Poussepin, also known as Marie Poussepin, was born on 14 October 1653 in Dourdan, Essone, France. She was the daughter of a stocking manufacturer and grew up in a pious household. Marie received her education from her mother and the local parish priest, who nurtured her faith and intellect.