Franz Jägerstätter, an Austrian farmer who was beheaded by the Nazis in 1943 for refusing to take a military oath to Hitler, was beatified in 2007. The faith and courage of his wife Franziska, who died 3/16/2013, also deserves memory. My reflection in @GiveUsThisDayLP

Mar 16, 2023 · 12:51 PM UTC

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Their correspondence inspired the film “A Hidden Life.” @OrbisBooks
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Replying to @RobertEllsberg @GiveUsThisDayLP
What incredible witnesses they are to living out the strength of your faith and convictions.
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Replying to @RobertEllsberg @GiveUsThisDayLP
I’m struck by August 9th date of Franz’ execution — exactly 1 year to the day of execution of St. Teresa Benedicta of Cross (Edith Stein), murdered at Auschwitz… 8/14/41 — St. Maximilian Kolbe 8/9/42— St. Teresa Benedicta 8/9/43 — Bl. Franz Three great saints for our day.
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Replying to @RobertEllsberg @GiveUsThisDayLP
true man of courage, rest well,I'll honor you by standing with anyone, who is being mocked in public