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Rita, of Cascia, Saint, 1381?-1457

 Person

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Dates

  • Existence: 1381 - 1457 May 22

Biographical note

Born near Spoleto. After the death of her husband and two sons, Rita entered a convent of Augustinians at Cascia. She was canonized in 1900. In Spanish-speaking countries she is surnamed "La Abogada de Imposibles," the saint of desperate cases.

(paraphrased from The Book of Saints : A Dictionary of Persons Canonized or Beatified by the Catholic Church. 5th edition. New York: Crowell, 1966.)

Alternate names

Margarita, Margarita of Cascia, Margherita Ferri Lotti

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Saint Rita of Cascia, undated

 File — Box 61, tray: 3, Item: 15-19
Scope and Contents From the Series: Small personal religious items including badges, bookmarks, commemorative coins, devotional wallets, jewelry, medals, money clips, key rings, ribbons, pins, and travel accessories. Some items were used during prayer, while others mark religious identity or commemorate particular religious events or awards. Many objects are inscribed with "I am a Catholic; in case of an accident kindly notify a priest." Quite a few of the badges are handmade.Objects containing relics, including...
Access Note

Collection is open for research.

Dates: undated
Found in: / Liturgy and life collection / Personal devotional and religious objects / By dedication

Saint Rita of Cascia, undated

 File — Box 141
Scope and Contents From the Series:

Statues, sculptures, bas-reliefs, plaques, triptychs, paintings, Christmas ornaments, and other decorative art media featuring Catholic imagery. The art depicts angels, the Holy Family (Jesus, Mary, and Joseph), saints, and blessings or prayers.

Access Note

Collection is open for research.

Dates: undated
Found in: / Liturgy and life collection / Decorative art

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