May 02

Born on May 2, 1702 in Göppingen, Germany. He studied theology and later served as a pastor in various parishes. Oetinger became a leading figure in the 18th-century Pietism movement. He explored mystical and theosophical ideas, seeking a deeper spiritual understanding. His writings influenced later theologians and philosophers interested in esoteric Christianity. Oetinger advocated for the harmony between faith and reason.

Born in Fain-lès-Moutiers, France in 1806, Catherine Labouré joined the Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul in Paris. In 1830, she experienced a series of Marian apparitions that revealed the design of the Miraculous Medal, which she was instructed to spread. The medal’s popularity soared, leading to millions wearing it as a symbol of Mary’s protection. Labouré lived a life of humility and service, caring for the sick and poor in Parisian hospitals. She was beatified in 1933 and canonized in 1947, leaving a lasting impact on Catholic devotion and devotional medals worldwide.