Marguerite Naseau lived and died in the service of those who were poor and suffering, “her heart filled with joy and conformity to God’s will.” (CCD IX:66)
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Marguerite Naseau lived and died in the service of those who were poor and suffering, “her heart filled with joy and conformity to God’s will.” (CCD IX:66)
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