Saint Damien of
Molokia, born Joseph de Veuster in Belgium, was a priest of the Congregation of
the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary. His brother, who was in the same order was
supposed to go to Hawaii, but had taken ill, so Damien who was still in seminary
asked to take his place. He was sent to Hawaii where he was ordained. It was on
a leper colony on the island of Molokai that Father Damien's holiness shone
brightest. While on Molokai he ministered to the leper's medical and spiritual
needs bringing joy and love to a people wrought with despair. He contracted
leprosy, but despite his deteriorating health worked until his
death.
Sanctus Damianus, ora pro nobis
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