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Saint James the Greater, one of Jesus's twelve apostles, is commemorated on July 25. He was the son of Zebedee and brother of John the Evangelist. James was among the first disciples called by Jesus and belonged to the inner circle of three apostles, along with Peter and John, who witnessed pivotal moments including the Transfiguration and Jesus's agony in the Garden of Gethsemane.
James earned the nickname "Son of Thunder" from Jesus, likely due to his zealous temperament. He was the first apostle to be martyred, beheaded by King Herod Agrippa I around 44 AD in Jerusalem, making him the only apostle whose martyrdom is recorded in the New Testament.
According to tradition, James preached the Gospel in Spain before returning to Jerusalem for his martyrdom. Legend holds that his remains were miraculously transported to Santiago de Compostela in northwestern Spain, which became one of Christianity's most important pilgrimage sites during the Middle Ages. The Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route attracts hundreds of thousands of pilgrims annually even today.
Saint James became the patron saint of Spain and is often depicted in art wearing a pilgrim's hat adorned with a scallop shell, which became the symbol of the pilgrimage. His feast day remains a major celebration in Spain and throughout the Catholic world.
#religion #CatholicSaints #saints #catholic #catholics #catholicism #christianity
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Saint Sharbel Makhluf was a Lebanese Maronite monk and priest whose feast day is celebrated on July 24. Born Youssef Antoun Makhluf in 1828 in the village of Bekaa Kafra in northern Lebanon, he felt called to religious life from a young age despite his family's objections.
In 1851, he entered the Monastery of Our Lady of Mayfouq and took the name Sharbel after an early Christian martyr. He was ordained a priest in 1859 and spent sixteen years in community before withdrawing to live as a hermit at the Hermitage of Saints Peter and Paul, where he remained for the last twenty-three years of his life.
Saint Sharbel was known for his extreme asceticism, spending hours in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, often in ecstasy. He ate very little, slept on the ground, and wore a hair shirt. He died on December 24, 1898, after suffering a stroke while celebrating Mass.
Remarkable phenomena occurred after his death: his tomb emitted light for forty-five nights, and his body exuded a mysterious liquid and remained flexible for decades. Numerous miracles and healings have been attributed to his intercession. He was beatified in 1965 and canonized by Pope Paul VI in 1977, becoming one of the most beloved saints of the Eastern Catholic Churches.
#religion #CatholicSaints #saints #catholic #catholics #catholicism #christianity
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Pope Leo takes road trip to mountainside shrines…
Pope Leo XIV took a road trip pilgrimage with his older brother to the scenic mountainside Sanctuary of…
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Saint Bridget of Sweden, also known as Birgitta, is commemorated on July 23. Born around 1303 into a wealthy Swedish family, she married at age thirteen and bore eight children, one of whom became Saint Catherine of Sweden. After her husband's death in 1344, Bridget devoted herself entirely to religious life.
She is best known for her mystical visions and revelations, which she experienced throughout her life and recorded in her famous work, the "Revelations of Saint Bridget." These writings had significant influence on medieval spirituality and were widely read across Europe.
Bridget founded the Order of the Most Holy Savior, commonly called the Bridgettines, which included both monks and nuns living in separate quarters but sharing a church. This order emphasized devotion to the Passion of Christ and the Virgin Mary.
She spent her final years in Rome, where she worked tirelessly for Church reform and advocated for the Pope's return from Avignon to Rome. She also made pilgrimages to holy sites throughout Europe and the Holy Land.
Bridget died in Rome on July 23, 1373, and was canonized in 1391. She is one of the six patron saints of Europe, declared so by Pope John Paul II in 1999, recognizing her influence on European Christianity and culture.
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So much going on in these two pages, it’s hard to summarize.
via @adapalmer
#history #Neoplatonism #Christianity #Stoicism #Boethius #Manichaeism #Plotinus #Augustine #Renaissance #Catholic #ThomasAquinas
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So much going on in these two pages, it’s hard to summarize.
via @adapalmer
#history #Neoplatonism #Christianity #Stoicism #Boethius #Manichaeism #Plotinus #Augustine #Renaissance #Catholic #ThomasAquinas
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The #Takanawa #Catholic #Church just called the police on me. The police were very nice and understanding and let me go after a brief talk.
I have been seeking #Justice after being assaulted by the guards at Hope Services ( a catholic charity), in #Kona #Hawaii . Several other #homeless people had confided in me that they were being abused, but did not dare speak out, for fear of further violence. Also, they depend upon the charity for food.
I approached the catholic leaders politely in Kona, and they did not take responsibility. Then I moved to #Tokyo seeking political asylum.
I approached Mr. Takaii, a priest at the #Meguro Catholic Church, and asked for answers concerning the abuse. Mr. Takaii told me that he did not speak any English, though we had been talking in English for a few days, and he speaks English fluently.
After persistently and politely raising questions with the Takanawa church, I kept being stonewalled. I still have questions about why they cannot feed me 3 meals a day, turning me away hungry, though they just held a fundraiser for #hungry people in the Philippines. The priest, Mr. Noguchi harshly told me to go back to America.
Just now, I returned to Takanawa church from the police station, and Mr. Noguchi handed me a letter from Mr. Wataru Suematsu, the parish leader, banning me from church, and threatening police action.
I intend to get justice for me, and for other people the Catholic Church continues to abuse.
The Catholic Church is doing something shady with the money, as it is a lavishly constructed church, with a big attendance on weekends, and collects a lot of money.
The Catholic Church is an organization by and for, old white men. They will always elect an old white man as #pope ( now available in American flavor ). A 39 year old Japanese woman will never be pope.
The organization was funded by loot from #colonial #genocide, which it continues to hold on to, and continue as a big mind-manipulating business. Even as pope after pope apologizes for the atrocities of the church, the abuses continue.
Pope Leo has called for #peace though he has not yet asked his followers to resign from the #military which would be a real follow through.
People of the world, from countries that the church looted and impoverished, are rising up and demanding #reparations
There’s so much blood on the hands of the church, that the pope’s crocodile tears are not enough to wash them away. Empty words are not enough. People demand to be made whole.
Please boost this message, to hold the church accountable.
https://rant.li/ashwin/why-i-am-also-not-a-christian
#Atheist #agnostic #secular #religion #corruption #SocialJustice #bible #christ #christian #jesus #christianity #abuse
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The #Takanawa #Catholic #Church just called the police on me. The police were very nice and understanding and let me go after a brief talk.
I have been seeking #Justice after being assaulted by the guards at Hope Services ( a catholic charity), in #Kona #Hawaii . Several other #homeless people had confided in me that they were being abused, but did not dare speak out, for fear of further violence. Also, they depend upon the charity for food.
I approached the catholic leaders politely in Kona, and they did not take responsibility. Then I moved to #Tokyo seeking political asylum.
I approached Mr. Takaii, a priest at the #Meguro Catholic Church, and asked for answers concerning the abuse. Mr. Takaii told me that he did not speak any English, though we had been talking in English for a few days, and he speaks English fluently.
After persistently and politely raising questions with the Takanawa church, I kept being stonewalled. I still have questions about why they cannot feed me 3 meals a day, turning me away hungry, though they just held a fundraiser for #hungry people in the Philippines. The priest, Mr. Noguchi harshly told me to go back to America.
Just now, I returned to Takanawa church from the police station, and Mr. Noguchi handed me a letter from Mr. Wataru Suematsu, the parish leader, banning me from church, and threatening police action.
I intend to get justice for me, and for other people the Catholic Church continues to abuse.
The Catholic Church is doing something shady with the money, as it is a lavishly constructed church, with a big attendance on weekends, and collects a lot of money.
The Catholic Church is an organization by and for, old white men. They will always elect an old white man as #pope ( now available in American flavor ). A 39 year old Japanese woman will never be pope.
The organization was funded by loot from #colonial #genocide, which it continues to hold on to, and continue as a big mind-manipulating business. Even as pope after pope apologizes for the atrocities of the church, the abuses continue.
Pope Leo has called for #peace though he has not yet asked his followers to resign from the #military which would be a real follow through.
People of the world, from countries that the church looted and impoverished, are rising up and demanding #reparations
There’s so much blood on the hands of the church, that the pope’s crocodile tears are not enough to wash them away. Empty words are not enough. People demand to be made whole.
Please boost this message, to hold the church accountable.
https://rant.li/ashwin/why-i-am-also-not-a-christian
#Atheist #agnostic #secular #religion #corruption #SocialJustice #bible #christ #christian #jesus #christianity #abuse
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Saint Mary Magdalene is celebrated on July 22. She holds a unique and prominent place in Christian tradition as one of Jesus Christ's most devoted followers. The Gospels identify her as a woman from whom Jesus cast out seven demons, after which she became one of his faithful disciples.
Mary Magdalene is most renowned for being the first witness to the Resurrection of Jesus. On Easter morning, she discovered the empty tomb and was the first person to whom the risen Christ appeared. Jesus instructed her to tell the other disciples of his resurrection, earning her the title "Apostle to the Apostles." This extraordinary privilege highlights her importance in early Christianity.
She accompanied Jesus during his ministry in Galilee and was present at his crucifixion when many male disciples had fled. She also witnessed his burial and came to anoint his body on the third day.
Though often confused with other figures in medieval tradition, modern scholarship recognizes her as a distinct person—a faithful disciple rather than a repentant sinner. In 2016, Pope Francis elevated her feast day to the same rank as the apostles, acknowledging her crucial role in salvation history.
Mary Magdalene is the patron saint of converts, repentant sinners, pharmacists, and women. Her story emphasizes themes of redemption, faithful discipleship, and the dignity of women in the Church.
#religion #CatholicSaints #saints #catholic #catholics #catholicism #christianity
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CLC Australia celebrates 50 years of…
The nub of the national meeting was to consider a new national project that aims to reflect CLC…
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Santa paciencia hay que tener.
:frogblush:
Saint Patience.
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#santapaciencia #saint #santa #christian #cristiana #catolica #catholic #mastoart #art #fediart #ilustration #clipstudiopaint #cleefhanger
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Santa paciencia hay que tener.
:frogblush:
Saint Patience.
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#santapaciencia #saint #santa #christian #cristiana #catolica #catholic #mastoart #art #fediart #ilustration #clipstudiopaint #cleefhanger
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Santa paciencia hay que tener.
:frogblush:
Saint Patience.
https://ko-fi.com/cleefhanger/shop
#santapaciencia #saint #santa #christian #cristiana #catolica #catholic #mastoart #art #fediart #ilustration #clipstudiopaint #cleefhanger
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Santa paciencia hay que tener.
:frogblush:
Saint Patience.
https://ko-fi.com/cleefhanger/shop
#santapaciencia #saint #santa #christian #cristiana #catolica #catholic #mastoart #art #fediart #ilustration #clipstudiopaint #cleefhanger
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This is a rare instance where I agree with Archbishop Ranjith. Science and technology have no inherent ethics, morality, or spirituality. They are purely functional and easily commercialised/exploited.
#science #technology #religion #catholicism #catholic #christian #christianity #srilanka #ethics #morality #spirituality #commercialism #exploitation
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This is a rare instance where I agree with Archbishop Ranjith. Science and technology have no inherent ethics, morality, or spirituality. They are purely functional and easily commercialised/exploited.
#science #technology #religion #catholicism #catholic #christian #christianity #srilanka #ethics #morality #spirituality #commercialism #exploitation
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This is a rare instance where I agree with Archbishop Ranjith. Science and technology have no inherent ethics, morality, or spirituality. They are purely functional and easily commercialised/exploited.
#science #technology #religion #catholicism #catholic #christian #christianity #srilanka #ethics #morality #spirituality #commercialism #exploitation
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This is a rare instance where I agree with Archbishop Ranjith. Science and technology have no inherent ethics, morality, or spirituality. They are purely functional and easily commercialised/exploited.
#science #technology #religion #catholicism #catholic #christian #christianity #srilanka #ethics #morality #spirituality #commercialism #exploitation
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This is a rare instance where I agree with Archbishop Ranjith. Science and technology have no inherent ethics, morality, or spirituality. They are purely functional and easily commercialised/exploited.
#science #technology #religion #catholicism #catholic #christian #christianity #srilanka #ethics #morality #spirituality #commercialism #exploitation
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Saint Lawrence of Brindisi was a 16th-century Italian Capuchin friar, theologian, and Doctor of the Church. Born Giulio Cesare Russo in 1559, he demonstrated extraordinary intellectual gifts from childhood, mastering multiple languages including Hebrew, Greek, Latin, German, French, and Spanish.
Lawrence joined the Capuchin order at age sixteen and became renowned as a powerful preacher and skilled diplomat. His deep knowledge of Hebrew Scripture made him particularly effective in theological debates and in working toward Jewish conversions. He served in various leadership positions within his order, including Minister General of the Capuchins.
One of his most remarkable accomplishments occurred in 1601 when he accompanied Imperial troops as a chaplain during their campaign against the Ottoman Turks in Hungary. According to tradition, he rode into battle holding only a crucifix, inspiring the outnumbered Christian forces to victory at Székesfehérvár.
Lawrence served as a papal diplomat, undertaking sensitive missions for the Holy See across Europe. He founded numerous Capuchin monasteries and worked tirelessly to implement the reforms of the Council of Trent.
He died in Lisbon in 1619 while on a diplomatic mission. Pope John XXIII declared him a Doctor of the Church in 1959, recognizing his theological writings and spiritual wisdom. His feast day is celebrated on July 21.
#religion #CatholicSaints #saints #catholic #catholics #catholicism #christianity
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#Burnham Set to Become Britain’s First Openly #Roman #Catholic #PrimeMinister
Andy Burnham has spoken of Catholicism as part of his cultural identity rather than as a fervent religious faith.
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Saint Apollinaris of Ravenna is commemorated on July 20. He was a first-century bishop and martyr who is venerated as the first bishop of Ravenna, Italy. According to tradition, Apollinaris was a native of Antioch and a disciple of Saint Peter himself, who consecrated him as bishop and sent him to establish the Church in Ravenna around 48 AD.
Apollinaris faced severe persecution for his missionary work. He performed numerous miracles, including healing the sick and casting out demons, which led to many conversions but also aroused the hostility of pagan authorities. He was repeatedly arrested, tortured, and exiled from the city, yet he persistently returned to continue his ministry to the Christian community.
His martyrdom came after years of suffering for the faith. Following a final period of brutal torture, he died from his wounds around 75 AD. His tomb became an important pilgrimage site, and the magnificent Basilica of Sant'Apollinare in Classe was built near Ravenna in the sixth century to honor him. This basilica, along with Sant'Apollinare Nuovo in Ravenna, features stunning Byzantine mosaics and remains UNESCO World Heritage sites today.
Saint Apollinaris is the patron saint of Ravenna and is also invoked against gout and venereal disease. His steadfast dedication to evangelization despite repeated persecution exemplifies early Christian courage and missionary zeal.
#religion #CatholicSaints #saints #catholic #catholics #catholicism #christianity
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Saint Macrina the Younger, also known as Macrina of Cappadocia, is commemorated on July 19. Born around 330 AD in Cappadocia (modern-day Turkey), she was the eldest of ten children in an extraordinarily holy family that produced several saints, including her brothers Saint Basil the Great and Saint Gregory of Nyssa.
After her fiancé died, Macrina chose to remain unmarried and devoted herself to a life of prayer and asceticism. She played a crucial role in her family's spiritual development, particularly influencing her brother Basil's decision to pursue monastic life. Following her father's death, she convinced her mother Emmelia to transform their estate into a monastic community, where they lived alongside their servants as equals in a life of prayer, work, and study.
Macrina became the community's spiritual leader, emphasizing contemplation, manual labor, and care for the poor. Her brother Gregory credited her with being his teacher in philosophy and theology, calling her "the Teacher." She was known for her wisdom, holiness, and miraculous healings.
Macrina died around 379 AD. Gregory of Nyssa wrote a biography and dialogue about her, preserving her memory and theological insights. She represents an important example of women's leadership and intellectual contribution in the early Church.
#religion #CatholicSaints #saints #catholic #catholics #catholicism #christianity
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Catholic school teacher Charles Afeaki jailed again for serial child sex abuse in Auckland, Whanganui https://www.byteseu.com/2208948/ #Abuse #afeaki #again #auckland #boys #Catholic #charles #child #details #for #in #jailed #NewZealand #School #serial #Sex #sexual #story #teacher #this #warning #whanganui
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Saint Camillus de Lellis is commemorated on July 18. Born in Italy in 1550, Camillus led a turbulent early life as a soldier and compulsive gambler who squandered his inheritance. After losing everything, he worked as a laborer and experienced a profound religious conversion at age 25.
Despite suffering from a chronic leg wound that never healed, Camillus felt called to serve the sick. He became a nurse at San Giacomo Hospital in Rome, where he was appalled by the poor treatment patients received. Determined to reform healthcare, he was ordained a priest in 1584 and founded the Ministers of the Sick (Camillians), a religious order dedicated to caring for the ill with compassion and dignity.
Camillus introduced revolutionary practices in healthcare: he insisted on hygiene, fresh air, and nutritious food for patients. His order served plague victims, cared for soldiers on battlefields, and ministered to those dying alone. The Camillians wore a distinctive red cross on their cassocks, predating the modern Red Cross symbol.
Known for his personal tenderness toward patients, Camillus would often refer to them as his "masters" and served them with heroic charity despite his own painful ailments. He died in 1614 and was canonized in 1746. Pope Leo XIII named him patron saint of the sick, nurses, and hospitals.
#religion #CatholicSaints #saints #catholic #catholics #catholicism #christianity
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Today the Catholic Church commemorates the Carmelite Martyrs of Compiègne, a group of sixteen nuns who were guillotined in Paris during the French Revolution's Reign of Terror in 1794. These Discalced Carmelite sisters were arrested for their religious vows and refusal to abandon their contemplative life despite the revolutionary government's suppression of religious orders.
The nuns ranged in age from 29 to 78 years old and came from various social backgrounds. When condemned to death for "fanaticism," they maintained remarkable courage and serenity. At their execution on July 17, 1794, they renewed their vows, sang the "Salve Regina" and other hymns, and one by one approached the guillotine. According to witnesses, they went to their deaths with extraordinary composure and dignity, singing until the final moment.
Their martyrdom occurred just ten days before the fall of Robespierre, which effectively ended the Reign of Terror. The sisters' sacrifice became a powerful symbol of faithfulness under persecution. Pope Pius X beatified them in 1906, and their story inspired both historical accounts and artistic works, most notably Georges Bernanos's play "Dialogues of the Carmelites" and Francis Poulenc's acclaimed opera based on it. Their feast day serves as a reminder of religious persecution and the courage of those who maintained their faith despite mortal danger.
#religion #CatholicSaints #saints #catholic #catholics #catholicism #christianity
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“ #CharlesTaylor, a #Canadian #Catholic #philosopher, is among the most notable thinkers on these themes in #NorthAmerica these days. This is a massive, almost 800-page #book that really attracted attention and debate.” fivebooks.com/best-books/m... #books #BookSky #secularism #religion
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“ #CharlesTaylor, a #Canadian #Catholic #philosopher, is among the most notable thinkers on these themes in #NorthAmerica these days. This is a massive, almost 800-page #book that really attracted attention and debate.” fivebooks.com/best-books/m... #books #BookSky #secularism #religion
Religion versus Secularism in ... -
“ #CharlesTaylor, a #Canadian #Catholic #philosopher, is among the most notable thinkers on these themes in #NorthAmerica these days. This is a massive, almost 800-page #book that really attracted attention and debate.” fivebooks.com/best-books/m... #books #BookSky #secularism #religion
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“ #CharlesTaylor, a #Canadian #Catholic #philosopher, is among the most notable thinkers on these themes in #NorthAmerica these days. This is a massive, almost 800-page #book that really attracted attention and debate.” fivebooks.com/best-books/m... #books #BookSky #secularism #religion
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Our Lady of Mount Carmel is celebrated on July 16, commemorating the Blessed Virgin Mary's special patronage of the Carmelite Order. This feast day honors a vision that Saint Simon Stock, a Carmelite prior general, reportedly received in 1251 at Cambridge, England. According to tradition, Mary appeared to him holding the brown scapular and promised that those who wore it devoutly would be saved and protected from eternal fire.
The scapular consists of two small pieces of brown cloth connected by strings, worn over the shoulders. It became one of the most popular Catholic devotional objects, symbolizing the wearer's consecration to Mary and their commitment to living a Christian life.
The feast has deep roots in Carmelite history, dating back to the hermits who lived on Mount Carmel in the Holy Land during the 12th and 13th centuries. These early Carmelites built a chapel dedicated to Mary on the mountain, establishing their special devotion to her.
The brown scapular devotion spread rapidly throughout the Catholic world and remains popular today. Pope Pius XII called the scapular "the habit or garment of Mary." The feast emphasizes Mary's maternal protection and her role as a model of prayer and contemplation, virtues central to Carmelite spirituality.
#religion #CatholicSaints #saints #catholic #catholics #catholicism #christianity
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Lake Effect: A Novel
"A wry and tender portrait of two families forever changed by one lovestruck decision that will reverberate for decades"
Sale: $15 to $3
by Cynthia Sweeney
Rating: 4.3/5 (2,414 Reviews)
#books #fiction #sagas #familydrama #women #fiction #booksky #catholic #marriage #desire
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Lake Effect: A Novel
"A wry and tender portrait of two families forever changed by one lovestruck decision that will reverberate for decades"
Sale: $15 to $3
by Cynthia Sweeney
Rating: 4.3/5 (2,414 Reviews)
#books #fiction #sagas #familydrama #women #fiction #booksky #catholic #marriage #desire
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Lake Effect: A Novel
"A wry and tender portrait of two families forever changed by one lovestruck decision that will reverberate for decades"
Sale: $15 to $3
by Cynthia Sweeney
Rating: 4.3/5 (2,414 Reviews)
#books #fiction #sagas #familydrama #women #fiction #booksky #catholic #marriage #desire
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Lake Effect: A Novel
"A wry and tender portrait of two families forever changed by one lovestruck decision that will reverberate for decades"
Sale: $15 to $3
by Cynthia Sweeney
Rating: 4.3/5 (2,414 Reviews)
#books #fiction #sagas #familydrama #women #fiction #booksky #catholic #marriage #desire
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Archbishop announces two key appointments for…
In a pastoral letter sent to clergy of the Archdiocese of Melbourne on 16 July, Archbishop Peter A…
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Taking part in God’s creation: couples gather…
Another couple celebrating on the day was Saby Sebastian and Jinsy Joseph, who this year mark 25 years…
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Cardinal Tagle: Share God’s word with everyone, not just the receptive
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Cardinal Tagle: Share God’s word with everyone, not just the receptive
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Saint Bonaventure, also known as the "Seraphic Doctor," is celebrated on July 15. Born Giovanni di Fidanza in Italy around 1221, he became one of the most influential Franciscan theologians and philosophers of the Middle Ages.
As a child, Bonaventure was miraculously cured of a serious illness through the intercession of Saint Francis of Assisi, which inspired his mother to dedicate him to the Franciscan order. He joined the Franciscans and studied at the University of Paris, where he later became a professor of theology alongside his contemporary, Saint Thomas Aquinas.
Bonaventure served as Minister General of the Franciscan Order during a turbulent period, helping to unite the order and preserve its original spirit while it faced internal divisions. He wrote the official biography of Saint Francis and produced numerous theological and mystical works, including "The Journey of the Mind to God."
In 1273, Pope Gregory X appointed him Cardinal Bishop of Albano. He played a crucial role in organizing the Second Council of Lyon in 1274, which aimed to reunite the Eastern and Western Churches. However, he died during the council at age 53.
Pope Sixtus V declared him a Doctor of the Church in 1588. His feast day was moved to July 15 in the revised Roman Calendar of 1969.
#religion #CatholicSaints #saints #catholic #catholics #catholicism #christianity
