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St. Ronan of Locronan
St. Ronan Biography
Ronan of Locronan was a 6th century Welsh monk who is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church. He was born in Wales and is said to have studied under St. Illtud at his monastery in Llantwit Major.
After completing his studies, Ronan traveled to Brittany, where he founded a monastery in Locronan and became its first abbot. He is known for his holiness and his devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, and is said to have performed many miracles in her honor.
Ronan was also known for his charitable works and his care for the poor and the sick. He is said to have built a hospital for the sick and to have provided for the needs of the poor in the community.
In addition to his charitable works, Ronan was also known for his devotion to the Eucharist and his love for the liturgy. He is said to have celebrated Mass every day and to have spent much of his time in prayer and contemplation.
Ronan is also remembered for his miracles and his ability to heal the sick. He is said to have cured many people of various ailments through his prayers and the intercession of the Virgin Mary.
Ronan died in the year 547 and was buried in the monastery he founded in Locronan. His tomb became a site of pilgrimage for those seeking healing and intercession.
Ronan is revered as a saint in the Catholic Church and is often invoked for his intercession in matters of health and healing. His feast day is celebrated on June 23rd.
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Prayers to St. Ronan
Prayer of Intercession to St. Ronan
O St. Ronan, whose devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Eucharist were so great, please pray for me that I may deepen my own love for the sacraments and seek to grow in my faith.
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Prayer to St. Ronan
O St. Ronan, whose miracles and ability to heal the sick are remembered with great reverence, please intercede for me and for all those who are in need of physical or spiritual healing. May we find comfort and strength in your example and in the power of God’s love.
Miracles of St. Ronan
There are many stories and legends about the miracles of St. Ronan. Here are a few examples:
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Healing the sick: Ronan is said to have had the ability to heal the sick through his prayers and the intercession of the Virgin Mary. He is said to have cured many people of various ailments, including blindness, paralysis, and even leprosy.
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Calming a storm: According to legend, Ronan was once sailing to an island to visit a sick person when a storm arose. He prayed to the Virgin Mary and the storm immediately stopped, allowing him to safely reach his destination.
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Rescuing a child: There is a story of a child who fell into a well and was unable to be rescued by anyone. Ronan prayed to the Virgin Mary and the child was immediately lifted out of the well and returned to safety.
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Restoring sight to the blind: Ronan is said to have restored the sight of a blind man through his prayers and the intercession of the Virgin Mary.
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Feeding the hungry: According to legend, Ronan once fed a large crowd with just a small amount of bread and fish, through the power of God.
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Children’s Story about the life of St. Ronan
here once was a monk named St. Ronan who lived in Wales. He was very devoted to God and loved to pray and spend time in contemplation.
When Ronan grew up, he decided to go on a journey to spread the love of God to other people. He traveled to a place called Brittany and founded a monastery there.
Ronan was known for his kindness and compassion. He loved to help the poor and the sick, and he built a hospital to care for those in need.
Ronan was also very devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Eucharist. He celebrated Mass every day and spent a lot of time praying to Mary for guidance and help.
One day, Ronan received a message that someone on a distant island was very sick and needed his help. Ronan knew he had to go and help, but the journey would be long and difficult.
As Ronan set out on his journey, a storm arose and the waves became very rough. Ronan prayed to Mary for help and the storm immediately stopped. He was able to safely reach the island and help the sick person.
Ronan was known for his many miracles and his ability to heal the sick. People came from far and wide to seek his help and guidance.
St. Ronan lived a life full of love and compassion, and he is remembered as a great saint. May we follow his example and seek to bring the love of God to all those we encounter.
Reflection on the Feast of St. Ronan
Today, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of St. Ronan on June 23rd.Â
St. Ronan is a powerful example of devotion, compassion, and service to others. He dedicated his life to caring for the poor, the sick, and the marginalized, and his love for the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Eucharist sustained him in his charitable works.
One aspect of St. Ronan’s life that is particularly striking is his commitment to celebrating Mass every day. This daily encounter with Jesus in the Eucharist nourished and strengthened Ronan, and enabled him to bring the love and compassion of Christ to others.
In our own lives, we too can draw strength and inspiration from the Eucharist and the example of St. Ronan. By participating in the Mass and receiving the body and blood of Christ, we can be transformed and sent out to serve others with love and compassion.
St. Ronan’s devotion to the Virgin Mary is also a powerful example for us. Like Ronan, we can turn to Mary as a model of faith and trust in God, and seek her intercession and guidance in all that we do.
In conclusion, the life of St. Ronan is a powerful reminder of the transformative power of faith, devotion, and service to others. May we seek to follow his example and bring the love of Christ to all those we encounter.