Fr. Paul Colloton, OSFS, on Living the de Sales Message

"Blessed Louis Brisson, OSFS, founder of the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales,, preached:

'We strive to imitate the life of St. Francis de Sales; his sentiments, his ideas, his way of acting, to grasp his entire soul and give it form through us. That is our task: that is our duty' (Chapter 1896: 2-7)

"Being only one week after celebrating the Feast of St. Francis de Sales, these words serve as a good reminder about what it takes to follow our patron's lesson/challenge to 'Live+Jesus.'

"We don't just reflect on Francis de Sales' words to feel good about ourselves. We learn from them so they can help us know how to live his words. . . ."

In a recent commentary, Father Paul Colloton, OSFS (Superior, De Sales Centre Oblate Residence, Childs, MD), reflected on some of the ways the spirituality of St. Francis de Sales may be applied in one's life.

To access Fr. Colloton's complete reflection, please visit:

De Sales Weekly: Salesian Reflection: Living de Sales (30 JAN 25)