"St. Francis de Sales was a bishop and eminent teacher of the faith
whose life bridged the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. His most
famous work, 'The Introduction to the Devout Life' contains remarkable
insights for Christian living.
"For example, there's this passage that occurs in the Office of
Readings on his feast day, January 24th: 'When God the Creator made all
things, he commanded the plants to bring forth fruit each according to
its own kind. He has likewise commanded Christians, who are the living
plants of his Church, to bring forth the fruits of devotion, each one in
accord with his character, his station and his calling.'"
In a recent commentary based on the writings of Saint Francis de Sales, Bishop Thomas J. Tobin, of the Diocese of Providence
(RI), reflected on the importance of staying faithful to our vocation (whether it be clergy, consecrated religious, marriage, or the single life), valuing what the Lord has called us to do, and combining our daily activity with fervent prayer.
To access Bishop Tobin's complete essay, please visit:
The Imitation of Christ: The Insight of St. Francis de Sales (24 JAN 19)
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