Who was St. Monica and why is the Monica Society dedicated to her?
St. Monica was the mother of St. Augustine and is mentioned at length in many of his Confessions. She was born around the year 322 in Tagaste and was raised in a devout Christian family. She married a very difficult pagan man named Patricius. St. Monicas patience in handling her marriage and her persistence in prayer is noted in Augustines Confessions. It was said of her that she avoided his wrath and taught other women to do so by maintaining a quiet, patient, and gentle demeanor. She is also known for her intercessory prayer life which is attributed the eventual conversion of Patricus as well as that of St. Augustine. Many wives who find themselves in difficult marriages and mothers of prodigal children find can find hope in Monicas story. St. Monicas life of prayer and patience is something that we believe is inspirational to women today. The Monica Society is an extension of years of work with women who have come together seeking to improve their marriages and family lives through
