Augustine was quite an interesting character, to say the least! Born in Thagaste, Africa, to a Christian mother (St. Monica) and a non-Christian father, he did not immediately become a Christian. He was a very smart man, and while he was attending school in Carthage, he met a girl and they eventually had a child, who was named Adeodatus. For 15 years, Augustine stayed with this girl.
Augustine went through many changes and changed his beliefs many, many times. Finally, due to the fervent prayers of his mother, Monica, he converted to Christianity. His conversion experience was sealed when he heard a voice cry out to him saying, "Take up and read!" He then read one of Paul's letters that showed him the error of his ways. Augustine was baptized on Holy Saturday in 387 by Bishop Ambrose. He then became the Bishop of Hippo until his death.
That was just a short few facts about St. Augustine. Hopefully you learned a little something! I hope everyone has a great weekend, and I'll see you Sunday!
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