Catherine Jarrige was an 18th-century French nun belonging to the Third Order of Saint Dominic. Born in Doumis, Auvergne, in 1754, she lived through the turbulent period of the French Revolution. While working as a lacemaker, she dedicated her life to supporting the impoverished by providing them with essential clothing and food. Her faith remained steadfast during times of persecution, leading her to perform several courageous acts of service for the clergy and the local community in Mauriac.