Reflect
She was working as a laundress so that she could become a missionary sister. A fall into a vat of boiling water derailed that plan for Anna Schäffer (1882-1925), but eventually brought her to missionary work from her own bed, offering a listening ear, prayer, and needlework to others.
Pray
Saint Anna Schäffer,
obstacles keep me from the work I burn to do for God.
Show me how I might best use my gifts in my current situation.
Act
Be a missionary in your home, parish, or workplace by listening to those around you.
