Mother’s Day

Margherita Sarto and her young son Giuseppe, the future Pius X

As we wish a Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers, grandmothers and godmothers, I share with you a touching story about one of our recent Popes. Giuseppe Sarto was the future Pope St. Pius X and he was very close to his mother Margherita. She was actually still alive when he became a Bishop, and was consecrated on November 16, 1884 in Rome. A few days later, the humble bishop went back to Riese to visit his mother. She kissed his ring devoutly and reverently, and then with a smile she said, "But you would not have this fine ring, son, if I did not have this one." And she showed him her worn wedding ring, and demanded that he would also kiss that wedding ring she had since she married Giuseppe’s father. I wish a Happy Mother's day to everyone who visit my blog.