Saint of the Day St. Martin de Porres (1579-1639) Martin was the illegitimate son of a Spanish nobleman and a young freed black slave. As a child, he joined the Dominicans, where he quickly became known for his tender care of the sick. He established an orphanage and a hospital for the poor children of the slums. He lived an austere life, fasted regularly, never ate meat, and spent much time in prayer and meditation.
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