Five Catholic queens who loved God and changed the world

Five Catholic queens who loved God – and changed the world

Thursday, September 29th, 2022

The death of Queen Elizabeth II prompted global expressions of public mourning that are rarely seen. Her sincere Christian faith was evident to those who knew her.
Catholic tradition is replete with examples of women who led their people through the most difficult of times. Here are five Catholic queens who saw their royal status as part of a divine vocation. . Read more

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