St. Louise de Marillac

St. Louise de Marillac (1591-1660) was a French noblewoman who co-founded the Daughters of Charity with St. Vincent de Paul. She dedicated her life to serving the poor and the sick, emphasizing the importance of compassionate care and charitable works. St. Louise developed organized methods for charitable outreach, particularly in education and healthcare. Canonized as a saint in 1934, she is remembered for her commitment to social justice and her role in establishing one of the first communities of women servants dedicated to helping those in need, significantly impacting the Catholic Church's approach to social service.