Catholic saints are holy people and human people who lived extraordinary lives. Each saint the Church honors responded to an invitation from God to use his or her unique gifts. God calls each one of us to be a saint. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintofDay/default.asp Religion & Spirituality 2012 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 AmericanCatholic.org Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 720 podcast@franciscanradio.org FeedForAll v1.0 (2.0.0.3) http://www.americancatholic.org/Webmasters/buttons/SaintofDay/SaintofDay1.gif http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintofDay/default.asp Catholic saints are holy people and human people who lived extraordinary lives. 98 96 Catholic saints are holy people and human people who lived extraordinary lives. Catholic saints are holy people and human people who lived extraordinary lives. Each saint the Church honors responded to an invitation from God to use his or her unique gifts. God calls each one of us to be a saint. FranciscanRadio.org FranciscanRadio.org podcast@franciscanradio.org no 2012noCatholic saints are holy people and human people who lived extraordinary lives. Each saint the Church honors responded to an invitation from God to use his or her unique gifts. God calls each one of us to be a saint. On December 8, 1854, Pope Pius IX proclaimed the dogma of the Immaculate Conception in the apostolic constitution Ineffabilis Deus. A little more than three years later, on February 11, 1858, a young lady appeared to Bernadette Soubirous. This began a series of visions. During the apparition on March 25, the lady identified herself with the words: "I am the Immaculate Conception." http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1288 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Sat, 11 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 On December 8, 1854, Pope Pius IX proclaimed the dogma of the Immaculate Conception in the apostolic constitution Ineffabilis Deus. A little more than three years later, on February 11, 1858, a young lady appeared to Bernadette Soubirous. This began a series of visions. During the apparition on March 25, the lady identified herself with the words: "I am the Immaculate Conception." On December 8, 1854, Pope Pius IX proclaimed the dogma of the Immaculate Conception in the apostolic constitution Ineffabilis Deus. A little more than three years later, on February 11, 1858, a young lady appeared to Bernadette Soubirous. This began a series of visions. During the apparition on March 25, the lady identified herself with the words: "I am the Immaculate Conception." 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org Our Lady of Lourdes, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noOn December 8, 1854, Pope Pius IX proclaimed the dogma of the Immaculate Conception in the apostolic constitution Ineffabilis Deus. A little more than three years later, on February 11, 1858, a young lady appeared to Bernadette Soubirous. This began a serAmerianCatholic.orgOn December 8, 1854, Pope Pius IX proclaimed the dogma of the Immaculate Conception in the apostolic constitution Ineffabilis Deus. A little more than three years later, on February 11, 1858, a young lady appeared to Bernadette Soubirous. This began a series of visions. During the apparition on March 25, the lady identified herself with the words: "I am the Immaculate Conception."Religion & Spirituality Twins often share the same interests and ideas with an equal intensity. Therefore, it is no surprise that Scholastica and her twin brother, Benedict, both established religious communities within a few miles from each other. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1287 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Twins often share the same interests and ideas with an equal intensity. Therefore, it is no surprise that Scholastica and her twin brother, Benedict, both established religious communities within a few miles from each other. Twins often share the same interests and ideas with an equal intensity. Therefore, it is no surprise that Scholastica and her twin brother, Benedict, both established religious communities within a few miles from each other. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Scholastica, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noTwins often share the same interests and ideas with an equal intensity. Therefore, it is no surprise that Scholastica and her twin brother, Benedict, both established religious communities within a few miles from each other.AmerianCatholic.orgTwins often share the same interests and ideas with an equal intensity. Therefore, it is no surprise that Scholastica and her twin brother, Benedict, both established religious communities within a few miles from each other.Religion & Spirituality A careless and irreligious soldier for the city-state of Venice, Jerome was captured in a skirmish at an outpost town and chained in a dungeon. In prison Jerome had a lot of time to think, and he gradually learned how to pray. When he escaped, he returned to Venice where he took charge of the education of his nephews--and began his own studies for the priesthood. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1286 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 A careless and irreligious soldier for the city-state of Venice, Jerome was captured in a skirmish at an outpost town and chained in a dungeon. In prison Jerome had a lot of time to think, and he gradually learned how to pray. When he escaped, he returned to Venice where he took charge of the education of his nephews--and began his own studies for the priesthood. A careless and irreligious soldier for the city-state of Venice, Jerome was captured in a skirmish at an outpost town and chained in a dungeon. In prison Jerome had a lot of time to think, and he gradually learned how to pray. When he escaped, he returned to Venice where he took charge of the education of his nephews--and began his own studies for the priesthood. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Jerome Emiliani, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noA careless and irreligious soldier for the city-state of Venice, Jerome was captured in a skirmish at an outpost town and chained in a dungeon. In prison Jerome had a lot of time to think, and he gradually learned how to pray. When he escaped, he returnedAmerianCatholic.orgA careless and irreligious soldier for the city-state of Venice, Jerome was captured in a skirmish at an outpost town and chained in a dungeon. In prison Jerome had a lot of time to think, and he gradually learned how to pray. When he escaped, he returned to Venice where he took charge of the education of his nephews--and began his own studies for the priesthood. Religion & Spirituality For many years, Josephine Bakhita was a slave but her spirit was always free and eventually that spirit prevailed. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1453 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 For many years, Josephine Bakhita was a slave but her spirit was always free and eventually that spirit prevailed. For many years, Josephine Bakhita was a slave but her spirit was always free and eventually that spirit prevailed. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Josephine Bakhita, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noFor many years, Josephine Bakhita was a slave but her spirit was always free and eventually that spirit prevailed.AmerianCatholic.orgFor many years, Josephine Bakhita was a slave but her spirit was always free and eventually that spirit prevailed.Religion & Spirituality Colette did not seek the limelight, but in doing God's will she certainly attracted a lot of attention. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1284 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Colette did not seek the limelight, but in doing God's will she certainly attracted a lot of attention. Colette did not seek the limelight, but in doing God's will she certainly attracted a lot of attention. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Colette, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noColette did not seek the limelight, but in doing God's will she certainly attracted a lot of attention.AmerianCatholic.orgColette did not seek the limelight, but in doing God's will she certainly attracted a lot of attention.Religion & Spirituality Nagasaki, Japan, is familiar to Americans as the city on which the second atomic bomb was dropped, killing hundreds of thousands. Three and a half centuries before, 26 martyrs of Japan were crucified on a hill, now known as the Holy Mountain, overlooking Nagasaki. Among them were priests, brothers and laymen, Franciscans, Jesuits and members of the Secular Franciscan Order; there were catechists, doctors, simple artisans and servants, old men and innocent children--all united in a common faith and love for Jesus and his Church. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1283 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Nagasaki, Japan, is familiar to Americans as the city on which the second atomic bomb was dropped, killing hundreds of thousands. Three and a half centuries before, 26 martyrs of Japan were crucified on a hill, now known as the Holy Mountain, overlooking Nagasaki. Among them were priests, brothers and laymen, Franciscans, Jesuits and members of the Secular Franciscan Order; there were catechists, doctors, simple artisans and servants, old men and innocent children--all united in a common faith and love for Jesus and his Church. Nagasaki, Japan, is familiar to Americans as the city on which the second atomic bomb was dropped, killing hundreds of thousands. Three and a half centuries before, 26 martyrs of Japan were crucified on a hill, now known as the Holy Mountain, overlooking Nagasaki. Among them were priests, brothers and laymen, Franciscans, Jesuits and members of the Secular Franciscan Order; there were catechists, doctors, simple artisans and servants, old men and innocent children--all united in a common faith and love for Jesus and his Church. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Paul Miki and Companions, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noNagasaki, Japan, is familiar to Americans as the city on which the second atomic bomb was dropped, killing hundreds of thousands. Three and a half centuries before, 26 martyrs of Japan were crucified on a hill, now known as the Holy Mountain, overlooking AmerianCatholic.orgNagasaki, Japan, is familiar to Americans as the city on which the second atomic bomb was dropped, killing hundreds of thousands. Three and a half centuries before, 26 martyrs of Japan were crucified on a hill, now known as the Holy Mountain, overlooking Nagasaki. Among them were priests, brothers and laymen, Franciscans, Jesuits and members of the Secular Franciscan Order; there were catechists, doctors, simple artisans and servants, old men and innocent children--all united in a common faith and love for Jesus and his Church.Religion & Spirituality As in the case of Agnes, another virgin-martyr of the early Church, almost nothing is historically certain about this saint except that she was martyred in Sicily during the persecution of Emperor Decius in 251. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1282 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 As in the case of Agnes, another virgin-martyr of the early Church, almost nothing is historically certain about this saint except that she was martyred in Sicily during the persecution of Emperor Decius in 251. As in the case of Agnes, another virgin-martyr of the early Church, almost nothing is historically certain about this saint except that she was martyred in Sicily during the persecution of Emperor Decius in 251. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Agatha, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noAs in the case of Agnes, another virgin-martyr of the early Church, almost nothing is historically certain about this saint except that she was martyred in Sicily during the persecution of Emperor Decius in 251.AmerianCatholic.orgAs in the case of Agnes, another virgin-martyr of the early Church, almost nothing is historically certain about this saint except that she was martyred in Sicily during the persecution of Emperor Decius in 251.Religion & Spirituality Joseph avoided the safe compromises by which people sometimes undercut the gospel. Born at Leonissa in the Kingdom of Naples, Joseph joined the Capuchins in his hometown in 1573. Denying himself hearty meals and comfortable quarters, he prepared for ordination and a life of preaching. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1281 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Joseph avoided the safe compromises by which people sometimes undercut the gospel. Born at Leonissa in the Kingdom of Naples, Joseph joined the Capuchins in his hometown in 1573. Denying himself hearty meals and comfortable quarters, he prepared for ordination and a life of preaching. Joseph avoided the safe compromises by which people sometimes undercut the gospel. Born at Leonissa in the Kingdom of Naples, Joseph joined the Capuchins in his hometown in 1573. Denying himself hearty meals and comfortable quarters, he prepared for ordination and a life of preaching. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Joseph of Leonissa, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noJoseph avoided the safe compromises by which people sometimes undercut the gospel. Born at Leonissa in the Kingdom of Naples, Joseph joined the Capuchins in his hometown in 1573. Denying himself hearty meals and comfortable quarters, he prepared for ordinAmerianCatholic.orgJoseph avoided the safe compromises by which people sometimes undercut the gospel. Born at Leonissa in the Kingdom of Naples, Joseph joined the Capuchins in his hometown in 1573. Denying himself hearty meals and comfortable quarters, he prepared for ordination and a life of preaching.Religion & Spirituality We know more about the devotion to St. Blase by Christians around the world than we know about the saint himself. His feast is observed as a holy day in some Eastern Churches. The Council of Oxford, in 1222, prohibited servile labor in England on Blase's feast day. The Germans and Slavs hold him in special honor and for decades many United States Catholics have sought the annual St. Blase blessing for their throats http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1280 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 We know more about the devotion to St. Blase by Christians around the world than we know about the saint himself. His feast is observed as a holy day in some Eastern Churches. The Council of Oxford, in 1222, prohibited servile labor in England on Blase's feast day. The Germans and Slavs hold him in special honor and for decades many United States Catholics have sought the annual St. Blase blessing for their throats We know more about the devotion to St. Blase by Christians around the world than we know about the saint himself. His feast is observed as a holy day in some Eastern Churches. The Council of Oxford, in 1222, prohibited servile labor in England on Blase's feast day. The Germans and Slavs hold him in special honor and for decades many United States Catholics have sought the annual St. Blase blessing for their throats 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Blase, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noWe know more about the devotion to St. Blase by Christians around the world than we know about the saint himself. His feast is observed as a holy day in some Eastern Churches. The Council of Oxford, in 1222, prohibited servile labor in England on Blase's AmerianCatholic.orgWe know more about the devotion to St. Blase by Christians around the world than we know about the saint himself. His feast is observed as a holy day in some Eastern Churches. The Council of Oxford, in 1222, prohibited servile labor in England on Blase's feast day. The Germans and Slavs hold him in special honor and for decades many United States Catholics have sought the annual St. Blase blessing for their throatsReligion & Spirituality At the end of the fourth century, a woman named Etheria made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Her journal, discovered in 1887, gives an unprecedented glimpse of liturgical life there. Among the celebrations she describes is the Epiphany (January 6), the observance of Christ's birth, and the gala procession in honor of his Presentation in the Temple 40 days later--February 15. (Under the Mosaic Law, a woman was ritually "unclean" for 40 days after childbirth, when she was to present herself to the priests and offer sacrifice--her "purification." Contact with anyone who had brushed against mystery--birth or death--excluded a person from Jewish worship.) This feast emphasizes Jesus' first appearance in the Temple more than Mary's purification. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1279 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 At the end of the fourth century, a woman named Etheria made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Her journal, discovered in 1887, gives an unprecedented glimpse of liturgical life there. Among the celebrations she describes is the Epiphany (January 6), the observance of Christ's birth, and the gala procession in honor of his Presentation in the Temple 40 days later--February 15. (Under the Mosaic Law, a woman was ritually "unclean" for 40 days after childbirth, when she was to present herself to the priests and offer sacrifice--her "purification." Contact with anyone who had brushed against mystery--birth or death--excluded a person from Jewish worship.) This feast emphasizes Jesus' first appearance in the Temple more than Mary's purification. At the end of the fourth century, a woman named Etheria made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Her journal, discovered in 1887, gives an unprecedented glimpse of liturgical life there. Among the celebrations she describes is the Epiphany (January 6), the observance of Christ's birth, and the gala procession in honor of his Presentation in the Temple 40 days later--February 15. (Under the Mosaic Law, a woman was ritually "unclean" for 40 days after childbirth, when she was to present herself to the priests and offer sacrifice--her "purification." Contact with anyone who had brushed against mystery--birth or death--excluded a person from Jewish worship.) This feast emphasizes Jesus' first appearance in the Temple more than Mary's purification. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org Presentation of the Lord, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noAt the end of the fourth century, a woman named Etheria made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Her journal, discovered in 1887, gives an unprecedented glimpse of liturgical life there. Among the celebrations she describes is the Epiphany (January 6), the observaAmerianCatholic.orgAt the end of the fourth century, a woman named Etheria made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Her journal, discovered in 1887, gives an unprecedented glimpse of liturgical life there. Among the celebrations she describes is the Epiphany (January 6), the observance of Christ's birth, and the gala procession in honor of his Presentation in the Temple 40 days later--February 15. (Under the Mosaic Law, a woman was ritually "unclean" for 40 days after childbirth, when she was to present herself to the priests and offer sacrifice--her "purification." Contact with anyone who had brushed against mystery--birth or death--excluded a person from Jewish worship.) This feast emphasizes Jesus' first appearance in the Temple more than Mary's purification.Religion & Spirituality The "apostle of the north" (Scandinavia) had enough frustrations to become a saint--and he did. He became a Benedictine at Corbie, France, where he had been educated. Three years later, when the king of Denmark became a convert, Ansgar went to that country for three years of missionary work, without noticeable success. Sweden asked for Christian missionaries, and he went there, suffering capture by pirates and other hardships on the way. Less than two years later he was recalled, to become abbot of New Corbie (Corvey) and bishop of Hamburg. The pope made him legate for the Scandinavian missions. Funds for the northern apostolate stopped with Emperor Louis's death. After 13 years' work in Hamburg, Ansgar saw it burned to the ground by invading Northmen; Sweden and Denmark returned to paganism. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1278 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0500 The "apostle of the north" (Scandinavia) had enough frustrations to become a saint--and he did. He became a Benedictine at Corbie, France, where he had been educated. Three years later, when the king of Denmark became a convert, Ansgar went to that country for three years of missionary work, without noticeable success. Sweden asked for Christian missionaries, and he went there, suffering capture by pirates and other hardships on the way. Less than two years later he was recalled, to become abbot of New Corbie (Corvey) and bishop of Hamburg. The pope made him legate for the Scandinavian missions. Funds for the northern apostolate stopped with Emperor Louis's death. After 13 years' work in Hamburg, Ansgar saw it burned to the ground by invading Northmen; Sweden and Denmark returned to paganism. The "apostle of the north" (Scandinavia) had enough frustrations to become a saint--and he did. He became a Benedictine at Corbie, France, where he had been educated. Three years later, when the king of Denmark became a convert, Ansgar went to that country for three years of missionary work, without noticeable success. Sweden asked for Christian missionaries, and he went there, suffering capture by pirates and other hardships on the way. Less than two years later he was recalled, to become abbot of New Corbie (Corvey) and bishop of Hamburg. The pope made him legate for the Scandinavian missions. Funds for the northern apostolate stopped with Emperor Louis's death. After 13 years' work in Hamburg, Ansgar saw it burned to the ground by invading Northmen; Sweden and Denmark returned to paganism. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Ansgar, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noThe "apostle of the north" (Scandinavia) had enough frustrations to become a saint--and he did. He became a Benedictine at Corbie, France, where he had been educated. Three years later, when the king of Denmark became a convert, Ansgar went to that countrAmerianCatholic.orgThe "apostle of the north" (Scandinavia) had enough frustrations to become a saint--and he did. He became a Benedictine at Corbie, France, where he had been educated. Three years later, when the king of Denmark became a convert, Ansgar went to that country for three years of missionary work, without noticeable success. Sweden asked for Christian missionaries, and he went there, suffering capture by pirates and other hardships on the way. Less than two years later he was recalled, to become abbot of New Corbie (Corvey) and bishop of Hamburg. The pope made him legate for the Scandinavian missions. Funds for the northern apostolate stopped with Emperor Louis's death. After 13 years' work in Hamburg, Ansgar saw it burned to the ground by invading Northmen; Sweden and Denmark returned to paganism.Religion & Spirituality John Bosco's theory of education could well be used in today's schools. It was a preventive system, rejecting corporal punishment and placing students in surroundings removed from the likelihood of committing sin. He advocated frequent reception of the sacraments of Penance and Holy Communion. He combined catechetical training and fatherly guidance, seeking to unite the spiritual life with one's work, study and play. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1277 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 John Bosco's theory of education could well be used in today's schools. It was a preventive system, rejecting corporal punishment and placing students in surroundings removed from the likelihood of committing sin. He advocated frequent reception of the sacraments of Penance and Holy Communion. He combined catechetical training and fatherly guidance, seeking to unite the spiritual life with one's work, study and play. John Bosco's theory of education could well be used in today's schools. It was a preventive system, rejecting corporal punishment and placing students in surroundings removed from the likelihood of committing sin. He advocated frequent reception of the sacraments of Penance and Holy Communion. He combined catechetical training and fatherly guidance, seeking to unite the spiritual life with one's work, study and play. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. John Bosco, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noJohn Bosco's theory of education could well be used in today's schools. It was a preventive system, rejecting corporal punishment and placing students in surroundings removed from the likelihood of committing sin. He advocated frequent reception of the saAmerianCatholic.orgJohn Bosco's theory of education could well be used in today's schools. It was a preventive system, rejecting corporal punishment and placing students in surroundings removed from the likelihood of committing sin. He advocated frequent reception of the sacraments of Penance and Holy Communion. He combined catechetical training and fatherly guidance, seeking to unite the spiritual life with one's work, study and play.Religion & Spirituality Hyacintha accepted God's standards somewhat late in life. Born of a noble family near Viterbo, she entered a local convent of sisters who followed the Third Order Rule. However, she supplied herself with enough food, clothing and other goods to live a very comfortable life amid these sisters pledged to mortification. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1276 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Hyacintha accepted God's standards somewhat late in life. Born of a noble family near Viterbo, she entered a local convent of sisters who followed the Third Order Rule. However, she supplied herself with enough food, clothing and other goods to live a very comfortable life amid these sisters pledged to mortification. Hyacintha accepted God's standards somewhat late in life. Born of a noble family near Viterbo, she entered a local convent of sisters who followed the Third Order Rule. However, she supplied herself with enough food, clothing and other goods to live a very comfortable life amid these sisters pledged to mortification. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Hyacintha of Mariscotti, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noHyacintha accepted God's standards somewhat late in life. Born of a noble family near Viterbo, she entered a local convent of sisters who followed the Third Order Rule. However, she supplied herself with enough food, clothing and other goods to live a verAmerianCatholic.orgHyacintha accepted God's standards somewhat late in life. Born of a noble family near Viterbo, she entered a local convent of sisters who followed the Third Order Rule. However, she supplied herself with enough food, clothing and other goods to live a very comfortable life amid these sisters pledged to mortification.Religion & Spirituality "Would to God, my brothers, I had a whole forest of such Junipers," said Francis of this holy friar. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1275 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 "Would to God, my brothers, I had a whole forest of such Junipers," said Francis of this holy friar. "Would to God, my brothers, I had a whole forest of such Junipers," said Francis of this holy friar. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org Servant of God Brother Juniper, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no no"Would to God, my brothers, I had a whole forest of such Junipers," said Francis of this holy friar.AmerianCatholic.org"Would to God, my brothers, I had a whole forest of such Junipers," said Francis of this holy friar.Religion & Spirituality By universal consent Thomas Aquinas is the preeminent spokesman of the Catholic tradition of reason and of divine revelation. He is one of the great teachers of the medieval Catholic Church, honored with the titles Doctor of the Church and Angelic Doctor. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1274 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 By universal consent Thomas Aquinas is the preeminent spokesman of the Catholic tradition of reason and of divine revelation. He is one of the great teachers of the medieval Catholic Church, honored with the titles Doctor of the Church and Angelic Doctor. By universal consent Thomas Aquinas is the preeminent spokesman of the Catholic tradition of reason and of divine revelation. He is one of the great teachers of the medieval Catholic Church, honored with the titles Doctor of the Church and Angelic Doctor. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Thomas Aquinas, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noBy universal consent Thomas Aquinas is the preeminent spokesman of the Catholic tradition of reason and of divine revelation. He is one of the great teachers of the medieval Catholic Church, honored with the titles Doctor of the Church and Angelic Doctor.AmerianCatholic.orgBy universal consent Thomas Aquinas is the preeminent spokesman of the Catholic tradition of reason and of divine revelation. He is one of the great teachers of the medieval Catholic Church, honored with the titles Doctor of the Church and Angelic Doctor.Religion & Spirituality Angela has the double distinction of founding the first teaching congregation of women in the Church and what is now called a "secular institute" of religious women. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1273 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Angela has the double distinction of founding the first teaching congregation of women in the Church and what is now called a "secular institute" of religious women. Angela has the double distinction of founding the first teaching congregation of women in the Church and what is now called a "secular institute" of religious women. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Angela Merici, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noAngela has the double distinction of founding the first teaching congregation of women in the Church and what is now called a "secular institute" of religious women.AmerianCatholic.orgAngela has the double distinction of founding the first teaching congregation of women in the Church and what is now called a "secular institute" of religious women.Religion & Spirituality Timothy (d. 97?): What we know from the New Testament of Timothy's life makes it sound like that of a modern harried bishop. He had the honor of being a fellow apostle with Paul, both sharing the privilege of preaching the gospel and suffering for it. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1272 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Timothy (d. 97?): What we know from the New Testament of Timothy's life makes it sound like that of a modern harried bishop. He had the honor of being a fellow apostle with Paul, both sharing the privilege of preaching the gospel and suffering for it. Timothy (d. 97?): What we know from the New Testament of Timothy's life makes it sound like that of a modern harried bishop. He had the honor of being a fellow apostle with Paul, both sharing the privilege of preaching the gospel and suffering for it. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org Sts. Timothy and Titus, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noTimothy (d. 97?): What we know from the New Testament of Timothy's life makes it sound like that of a modern harried bishop. He had the honor of being a fellow apostle with Paul, both sharing the privilege of preaching the gospel and suffering for it.AmerianCatholic.orgTimothy (d. 97?): What we know from the New Testament of Timothy's life makes it sound like that of a modern harried bishop. He had the honor of being a fellow apostle with Paul, both sharing the privilege of preaching the gospel and suffering for it.Religion & Spirituality Paul's entire life can be explained in terms of one experience--his meeting with Jesus on the road to Damascus. In an instant, he saw that all the zeal of his dynamic personality was being wasted, like the strength of a boxer swinging wildly. Perhaps he had never seen Jesus, who was only a few years older. But he had acquired a zealot's hatred of all Jesus stood for, as he began to harass the Church: "...entering house after house and dragging out men and women, he handed them over for imprisonment" (Acts 8:3b). Now he himself was "entered," possessed, all his energy harnessed to one goal--being a slave of Christ in the ministry of reconciliation, an instrument to help others experience the one Savior. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1271 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Paul's entire life can be explained in terms of one experience--his meeting with Jesus on the road to Damascus. In an instant, he saw that all the zeal of his dynamic personality was being wasted, like the strength of a boxer swinging wildly. Perhaps he had never seen Jesus, who was only a few years older. But he had acquired a zealot's hatred of all Jesus stood for, as he began to harass the Church: "...entering house after house and dragging out men and women, he handed them over for imprisonment" (Acts 8:3b). Now he himself was "entered," possessed, all his energy harnessed to one goal--being a slave of Christ in the ministry of reconciliation, an instrument to help others experience the one Savior. Paul's entire life can be explained in terms of one experience--his meeting with Jesus on the road to Damascus. In an instant, he saw that all the zeal of his dynamic personality was being wasted, like the strength of a boxer swinging wildly. Perhaps he had never seen Jesus, who was only a few years older. But he had acquired a zealot's hatred of all Jesus stood for, as he began to harass the Church: "...entering house after house and dragging out men and women, he handed them over for imprisonment" (Acts 8:3b). Now he himself was "entered," possessed, all his energy harnessed to one goal--being a slave of Christ in the ministry of reconciliation, an instrument to help others experience the one Savior. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org Conversion of St. Paul, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noPaul's entire life can be explained in terms of one experience--his meeting with Jesus on the road to Damascus. In an instant, he saw that all the zeal of his dynamic personality was being wasted, like the strength of a boxer swinging wildly. Perhaps he hAmerianCatholic.orgPaul's entire life can be explained in terms of one experience--his meeting with Jesus on the road to Damascus. In an instant, he saw that all the zeal of his dynamic personality was being wasted, like the strength of a boxer swinging wildly. Perhaps he had never seen Jesus, who was only a few years older. But he had acquired a zealot's hatred of all Jesus stood for, as he began to harass the Church: "...entering house after house and dragging out men and women, he handed them over for imprisonment" (Acts 8:3b). Now he himself was "entered," possessed, all his energy harnessed to one goal--being a slave of Christ in the ministry of reconciliation, an instrument to help others experience the one Savior.Religion & Spirituality Francis was destined by his father to be a lawyer so that the young man could eventually take his elder's place as a senator from the province of Savoy in France. For this reason Francis was sent to Padua to study law. After receiving his doctorate, he returned home and, in due time, told his parents he wished to enter the priesthood. His father strongly opposed Francis in this, and only after much patient persuasiveness on the part of the gentle Francis did his father finally consent. Francis was ordained and elected provost of the Diocese of Geneva, then a center for Calvinists. Francis set out to convert them, especially in the district of Chablais. By preaching and distributing the little pamphlets he wrote to explain true Catholic doctrine, he had remarkable success. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1270 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Francis was destined by his father to be a lawyer so that the young man could eventually take his elder's place as a senator from the province of Savoy in France. For this reason Francis was sent to Padua to study law. After receiving his doctorate, he returned home and, in due time, told his parents he wished to enter the priesthood. His father strongly opposed Francis in this, and only after much patient persuasiveness on the part of the gentle Francis did his father finally consent. Francis was ordained and elected provost of the Diocese of Geneva, then a center for Calvinists. Francis set out to convert them, especially in the district of Chablais. By preaching and distributing the little pamphlets he wrote to explain true Catholic doctrine, he had remarkable success. Francis was destined by his father to be a lawyer so that the young man could eventually take his elder's place as a senator from the province of Savoy in France. For this reason Francis was sent to Padua to study law. After receiving his doctorate, he returned home and, in due time, told his parents he wished to enter the priesthood. His father strongly opposed Francis in this, and only after much patient persuasiveness on the part of the gentle Francis did his father finally consent. Francis was ordained and elected provost of the Diocese of Geneva, then a center for Calvinists. Francis set out to convert them, especially in the district of Chablais. By preaching and distributing the little pamphlets he wrote to explain true Catholic doctrine, he had remarkable success. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Francis de Sales, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noFrancis was destined by his father to be a lawyer so that the young man could eventually take his elder's place as a senator from the province of Savoy in France. For this reason Francis was sent to Padua to study law. After receiving his doctorate, he reAmerianCatholic.orgFrancis was destined by his father to be a lawyer so that the young man could eventually take his elder's place as a senator from the province of Savoy in France. For this reason Francis was sent to Padua to study law. After receiving his doctorate, he returned home and, in due time, told his parents he wished to enter the priesthood. His father strongly opposed Francis in this, and only after much patient persuasiveness on the part of the gentle Francis did his father finally consent. Francis was ordained and elected provost of the Diocese of Geneva, then a center for Calvinists. Francis set out to convert them, especially in the district of Chablais. By preaching and distributing the little pamphlets he wrote to explain true Catholic doctrine, he had remarkable success.Religion & Spirituality Though leprosy scared off most people in 19th-century Hawaii, that disease sparked great generosity in the woman who came to be known as Mother Marianne of Molokai. Her courage helped tremendously to improve the lives of its victims in Hawaii, a territory annexed to the United States during her lifetime (1898). http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1123 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Though leprosy scared off most people in 19th-century Hawaii, that disease sparked great generosity in the woman who came to be known as Mother Marianne of Molokai. Her courage helped tremendously to improve the lives of its victims in Hawaii, a territory annexed to the United States during her lifetime (1898). Though leprosy scared off most people in 19th-century Hawaii, that disease sparked great generosity in the woman who came to be known as Mother Marianne of Molokai. Her courage helped tremendously to improve the lives of its victims in Hawaii, a territory annexed to the United States during her lifetime (1898). 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org Blessed Mother Marianne Cope, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noThough leprosy scared off most people in 19th-century Hawaii, that disease sparked great generosity in the woman who came to be known as Mother Marianne of Molokai. Her courage helped tremendously to improve the lives of its victims in Hawaii, a territoryAmerianCatholic.orgThough leprosy scared off most people in 19th-century Hawaii, that disease sparked great generosity in the woman who came to be known as Mother Marianne of Molokai. Her courage helped tremendously to improve the lives of its victims in Hawaii, a territory annexed to the United States during her lifetime (1898). Religion & Spirituality When Jesus deliberately began his "journey" to death, Luke says that he "set his face" to go to Jerusalem. It is this quality of rocklike courage that distinguishes the martyrs. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1268 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Sun, 22 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 When Jesus deliberately began his "journey" to death, Luke says that he "set his face" to go to Jerusalem. It is this quality of rocklike courage that distinguishes the martyrs. When Jesus deliberately began his "journey" to death, Luke says that he "set his face" to go to Jerusalem. It is this quality of rocklike courage that distinguishes the martyrs. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Vincent, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noWhen Jesus deliberately began his "journey" to death, Luke says that he "set his face" to go to Jerusalem. It is this quality of rocklike courage that distinguishes the martyrs. AmerianCatholic.orgWhen Jesus deliberately began his "journey" to death, Luke says that he "set his face" to go to Jerusalem. It is this quality of rocklike courage that distinguishes the martyrs. Religion & Spirituality Almost nothing is known of this saint except that she was very young--12 or 13--when she was martyred in the last half of the third century. Various modes of death have been suggested--beheading, burning, strangling. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1267 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Sat, 21 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Almost nothing is known of this saint except that she was very young--12 or 13--when she was martyred in the last half of the third century. Various modes of death have been suggested--beheading, burning, strangling. Almost nothing is known of this saint except that she was very young--12 or 13--when she was martyred in the last half of the third century. Various modes of death have been suggested--beheading, burning, strangling. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Agnes, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noAlmost nothing is known of this saint except that she was very young--12 or 13--when she was martyred in the last half of the third century. Various modes of death have been suggested--beheading, burning, strangling.AmerianCatholic.orgAlmost nothing is known of this saint except that she was very young--12 or 13--when she was martyred in the last half of the third century. Various modes of death have been suggested--beheading, burning, strangling.Religion & Spirituality Nothing is historically certain about St. Sebastian except that he was a Roman martyr, was venerated in Milan even in the time of St. Ambrose and was buried on the Appian Way, probably near the present Basilica of St. Sebastian. Devotion to him spread rapidly, and he is mentioned in several martyrologies as early as a.d. 350. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1266 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Nothing is historically certain about St. Sebastian except that he was a Roman martyr, was venerated in Milan even in the time of St. Ambrose and was buried on the Appian Way, probably near the present Basilica of St. Sebastian. Devotion to him spread rapidly, and he is mentioned in several martyrologies as early as a.d. 350. Nothing is historically certain about St. Sebastian except that he was a Roman martyr, was venerated in Milan even in the time of St. Ambrose and was buried on the Appian Way, probably near the present Basilica of St. Sebastian. Devotion to him spread rapidly, and he is mentioned in several martyrologies as early as a.d. 350. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Sebastian, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noNothing is historically certain about St. Sebastian except that he was a Roman martyr, was venerated in Milan even in the time of St. Ambrose and was buried on the Appian Way, probably near the present Basilica of St. Sebastian. Devotion to him spread rapAmerianCatholic.orgNothing is historically certain about St. Sebastian except that he was a Roman martyr, was venerated in Milan even in the time of St. Ambrose and was buried on the Appian Way, probably near the present Basilica of St. Sebastian. Devotion to him spread rapidly, and he is mentioned in several martyrologies as early as a.d. 350.Religion & Spirituality Fabian was a Roman layman who came into the city from his farm one day as clergy and people were preparing to elect a new pope. Eusebius, a Church historian, says a dove flew in and settled on the head of Fabian. This sign united the votes of clergy and laity and he was chosen unanimously. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1265 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Fabian was a Roman layman who came into the city from his farm one day as clergy and people were preparing to elect a new pope. Eusebius, a Church historian, says a dove flew in and settled on the head of Fabian. This sign united the votes of clergy and laity and he was chosen unanimously. Fabian was a Roman layman who came into the city from his farm one day as clergy and people were preparing to elect a new pope. Eusebius, a Church historian, says a dove flew in and settled on the head of Fabian. This sign united the votes of clergy and laity and he was chosen unanimously. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Fabian, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noFabian was a Roman layman who came into the city from his farm one day as clergy and people were preparing to elect a new pope. Eusebius, a Church historian, says a dove flew in and settled on the head of Fabian. This sign united the votes of clergy and lAmerianCatholic.orgFabian was a Roman layman who came into the city from his farm one day as clergy and people were preparing to elect a new pope. Eusebius, a Church historian, says a dove flew in and settled on the head of Fabian. This sign united the votes of clergy and laity and he was chosen unanimously.Religion & Spirituality Charles thought that God was calling him to be a missionary in India, but he never got there. God had something better for this 17th-century successor to Brother Juniper. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1264 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Wed, 18 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Charles thought that God was calling him to be a missionary in India, but he never got there. God had something better for this 17th-century successor to Brother Juniper. Charles thought that God was calling him to be a missionary in India, but he never got there. God had something better for this 17th-century successor to Brother Juniper. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Charles of Sezze, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noCharles thought that God was calling him to be a missionary in India, but he never got there. God had something better for this 17th-century successor to Brother Juniper. AmerianCatholic.orgCharles thought that God was calling him to be a missionary in India, but he never got there. God had something better for this 17th-century successor to Brother Juniper. Religion & Spirituality The life of Anthony will remind many people of St. Francis of Assisi. At 20, Anthony was so moved by the Gospel message, "Go, sell what you have, and give to [the] poor" (Mark 10:21b), that he actually did just that with his large inheritance. He is different from Francis in that most of Anthony's life was spent in solitude. He saw the world completely covered with snares, and gave the Church and the world the witness of solitary asceticism, great personal mortification and prayer. But no saint is antisocial, and Anthony drew many people to himself for spiritual healing and guidance. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1263 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 The life of Anthony will remind many people of St. Francis of Assisi. At 20, Anthony was so moved by the Gospel message, "Go, sell what you have, and give to [the] poor" (Mark 10:21b), that he actually did just that with his large inheritance. He is different from Francis in that most of Anthony's life was spent in solitude. He saw the world completely covered with snares, and gave the Church and the world the witness of solitary asceticism, great personal mortification and prayer. But no saint is antisocial, and Anthony drew many people to himself for spiritual healing and guidance. The life of Anthony will remind many people of St. Francis of Assisi. At 20, Anthony was so moved by the Gospel message, "Go, sell what you have, and give to [the] poor" (Mark 10:21b), that he actually did just that with his large inheritance. He is different from Francis in that most of Anthony's life was spent in solitude. He saw the world completely covered with snares, and gave the Church and the world the witness of solitary asceticism, great personal mortification and prayer. But no saint is antisocial, and Anthony drew many people to himself for spiritual healing and guidance. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Anthony of Egypt, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noThe life of Anthony will remind many people of St. Francis of Assisi. At 20, Anthony was so moved by the Gospel message, "Go, sell what you have, and give to [the] poor" (Mark 10:21b), that he actually did just that with his large inheritance. He is diffeAmerianCatholic.orgThe life of Anthony will remind many people of St. Francis of Assisi. At 20, Anthony was so moved by the Gospel message, "Go, sell what you have, and give to [the] poor" (Mark 10:21b), that he actually did just that with his large inheritance. He is different from Francis in that most of Anthony's life was spent in solitude. He saw the world completely covered with snares, and gave the Church and the world the witness of solitary asceticism, great personal mortification and prayer. But no saint is antisocial, and Anthony drew many people to himself for spiritual healing and guidance.Religion & Spirituality Preaching the gospel is often dangerous work. Leaving one's homeland and adjusting to new cultures, governments and languages is difficult enough; but martyrdom sometimes caps all the other sacrifices. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1262 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Mon, 16 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 Preaching the gospel is often dangerous work. Leaving one's homeland and adjusting to new cultures, governments and languages is difficult enough; but martyrdom sometimes caps all the other sacrifices. Preaching the gospel is often dangerous work. Leaving one's homeland and adjusting to new cultures, governments and languages is difficult enough; but martyrdom sometimes caps all the other sacrifices. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Berard and Companions, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noPreaching the gospel is often dangerous work. Leaving one's homeland and adjusting to new cultures, governments and languages is difficult enough; but martyrdom sometimes caps all the other sacrifices.AmerianCatholic.orgPreaching the gospel is often dangerous work. Leaving one's homeland and adjusting to new cultures, governments and languages is difficult enough; but martyrdom sometimes caps all the other sacrifices.Religion & Spirituality It is unclear what we really know of Paul's life, how much is fable, how much fact. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1261 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Sun, 15 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 It is unclear what we really know of Paul's life, how much is fable, how much fact. It is unclear what we really know of Paul's life, how much is fable, how much fact. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Paul the Hermit, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noIt is unclear what we really know of Paul's life, how much is fable, how much fact.AmerianCatholic.orgIt is unclear what we really know of Paul's life, how much is fable, how much fact.Religion & Spirituality John was born of poor parents in Portugal. Orphaned early in life, he spent some years begging from door to door. After finding work in Spain as a shepherd, he shared the little he earned with those even more needy than himself. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1260 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Sat, 14 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 John was born of poor parents in Portugal. Orphaned early in life, he spent some years begging from door to door. After finding work in Spain as a shepherd, he shared the little he earned with those even more needy than himself. John was born of poor parents in Portugal. Orphaned early in life, he spent some years begging from door to door. After finding work in Spain as a shepherd, he shared the little he earned with those even more needy than himself. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org Servant of God John the Gardener, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noJohn was born of poor parents in Portugal. Orphaned early in life, he spent some years begging from door to door. After finding work in Spain as a shepherd, he shared the little he earned with those even more needy than himself.AmerianCatholic.orgJohn was born of poor parents in Portugal. Orphaned early in life, he spent some years begging from door to door. After finding work in Spain as a shepherd, he shared the little he earned with those even more needy than himself.Religion & Spirituality This staunch defender of the divinity of Christ was a gentle and courteous man, devoted to writing some of the greatest theology on the Trinity, and was like his Master in being labeled a "disturber of the peace." In a very troubled period in the Church, his holiness was lived out in both scholarship and controversy. http://www.americancatholic.org/Features/SaintOfDay/default.asp?id=1259 AmerianCatholic.org Religion & Spirituality Fri, 13 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0500 This staunch defender of the divinity of Christ was a gentle and courteous man, devoted to writing some of the greatest theology on the Trinity, and was like his Master in being labeled a "disturber of the peace." In a very troubled period in the Church, his holiness was lived out in both scholarship and controversy. This staunch defender of the divinity of Christ was a gentle and courteous man, devoted to writing some of the greatest theology on the Trinity, and was like his Master in being labeled a "disturber of the peace." In a very troubled period in the Church, his holiness was lived out in both scholarship and controversy. 00:01:30 FranciscanRadio.org St. Hilary, American Catholic, Catholic, Catholic saints, saints, saint, holy people no noThis staunch defender of the divinity of Christ was a gentle and courteous man, devoted to writing some of the greatest theology on the Trinity, and was like his Master in being labeled a "disturber of the peace." In a very troubled period in the Church, AmerianCatholic.orgThis staunch defender of the divinity of Christ was a gentle and courteous man, devoted to writing some of the greatest theology on the Trinity, and was like his Master in being labeled a "disturber of the peace." In a very troubled period in the Church, his holiness was lived out in both scholarship and controversy.Religion & Spirituality nonadult