Fr. Paul Colloton, OSFS, on Showing Respect

"You might be familiar with the song that Aretha Franklin made popular in the late 1960s and 1970s, 'Respect.' Part of the lyrics are:

"'R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Find out what it means to me. R-E-S-P-E-C-T… I got to have (just a little bit). A little respect (just a little bit).' © Cotillion Music, 1967.

"These lyrics have been on my mind much recently because it seems we have lost the art of showing respect to someone when we disagree with them. . . ."

In a recent commentary, Father Paul Colloton, OSFS (Superior, De Sales Centre Oblate Residence, Childs, MD), reflected on the importance of following the guidance of the Salesian founder, Bl. Louis Brisson, OSFS, who said: "Respect must permeate our bearing at every moment: respect towards boys, girls, men, and women. Then we will be everywhere what God wants us to be." 

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

De Sales Weekly: Salesian Reflection: Respect (26 SEP 24)