Marie-Madeleine de Pazzi
1566-1607 16th century Feast day: May 25
Thirst for the Love that is neither loved nor known, the fire of the Spirit that purifies.
Who was Marie-Madeleine de Pazzi?
A Carmelite of Florence, she passed through long ecstasies which her sisters transcribed in five volumes. A quiet reformer, she prayed unceasingly for the renewal of the Church, often through a dryness she offered in silence.
In their own words
Love, Love, you are neither loved nor known.
O souls created by Love and for Love, why do you not love Love?
Come, Holy Spirit, come to console my afflicted heart; you are the fire of divine love, kindle your flame in me.