SAINT FAUSTINA KOWALSKA
Image of Saint Maria Faustina By Edward Matulanya Learn about Saint Maria Faustina, the Polish nun and mystic chosen to spread the Divine Mercy devotion, and her lasting impact on Roman Catholic spirituality." 1. Introduction Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska (1905–1938), commonly known as Saint Faustina. 2. Early Life of Saint Faustina Kowalska Discover the early life of Saint Faustina Kowalska, the Polish mystic chosen to spread the Divine Mercy devotion, and the experiences that shaped her Catholic faith. 2.1. Birth and Family Background Helena Kowalska was born on August 25, 1905, in Głogowiec, Poland, to Stanisław and Marianna Kowalski. She was the third of ten children in a devout Catholic family (Catholic Online, n.d.). 2.2. Religious Calling From age 7, Helena felt a strong calling to religious life, confirmed during her First Holy Communion at age 9. Despite her wish to join a convent, her parents initially opposed it due to financial constraints (Catholic O...