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Saint Martha Wang

Saint Martha Wang, also known as Marta Wang Louzhi, Martha Wang Luoshi, or Mande, was a married lay woman who lived in the apostolic vicariate of Guizhou, China, during the 19th century.

Feast Day July 29

Biography

Saint Martha Wang, also known as Marta Wang Louzhi, Martha Wang Luoshi, or Mande, was a married lay woman who lived in the apostolic vicariate of Guizhou, China, during the 19th century. Born around 1812 in Zunyi, Guizhou, Martha dedicated her life to the service of God and the spread of Christianity. Martha Wang was a faithful and devout Catholic, deeply committed to her faith. She understood the importance of spreading the Gospel and was actively involved in the evangelization efforts in her local community. She courageously carried letters from Blessed Joseph Tshang and Blessed John Baptist Lo, two revered Chinese martyrs, to their bishop. Martha played a significant role in ensuring the safe delivery of these important correspondences. However, Martha's dedication to Christianity and her involvement in spreading the faith led to her arrest.

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Detail of An Italian Holy Card of Saint Martha Wang Date And Artist Unknown

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