Introduction to the Devout Life, by Saint Francis de Sales

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Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life a

Introduction to the Devout Life


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    Book 2, Chapters 20 and 21

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 14:22


    On frequent Communion. How to receive Communion. Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 2, Chapter 19

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 8:54


    Concerning Holy Confession Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 2, Chapters 17 and 18

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 9:34


    How to hear and read the Word of God. How to receive inspirations. Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 2, Chapters 14 thru 16

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 11:53


    Concerning Holy Mass and how to heart it. On other public services of the Church. On the Invocation of the Saints. Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 2, Chapters 12 and 13

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 20:57


    Concerning Spiritual Retreat. Concerning aspiration and short prayers and holy thoughts. Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 2, Chapter 11

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 2:45


    Evening Exercise and Examination of Conscience Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 2, Chapter 10

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 4:37


    A Morning Exercise Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 2, Chapters 2 thru 9

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 25:32


    Mental Prayer Instructions Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 2, Chapter 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 8:13


    On the Necessity of Prayer Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapters 22 thru 24

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 11:31


    That we must lay aside our disposition toward venial sin. That we must purify ourselves... Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 21

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 2:24


    Conclusion of the First Purification Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 20

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 6:53


    A protestation for fixing in the mind a resolution to serve God after Confession. Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 19

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 3:43


    Concerning General Confession Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 18

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 7:43


    Meditation 10 - Concerning the soul's choice of a devout life Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 17

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 5:54


    Meditation 9 - On the Choice of Paradise Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 16

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 9:05


    Meditation 8 - On Paradise Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 15

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 5:50


    Meditation 7 - On Hell Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 14

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 7:18


    Meditation 6 - On Judgment Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 13

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 8:18


    Meditation 5 - On Death Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 12

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 7:18


    Meditation 4 - On Sin Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 11

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 9:17


    Meditation 3 - On the mercies of God Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 10

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 6:04


    Meditation 2 - On the purpose for which we are created. Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 9

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 7:52


    Meditation 1 - On Creation Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 8

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 3:22


    How to effect thisSecond Purification Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 7

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 4:08


    Of the Second Purification - from the affections of sin. Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 6

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 3:03


    On the First Purification - that of mortal sin. Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 5

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 5:22


    On the First Step - Purifying the Soul. Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 4

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 6:28


    On the necessity of a guide on our entrance and through our progress in a devout life. Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 3

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 5:11


    Devotion suitable to all vocations and professions Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 6:29


    The Properties and Excellence of Devotion Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Book 1, Chapter 1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 7:14


    Description of True Devotion Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

    Preface by the Author

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 16:18


    Maria Lectrix reads the Christian classic Introduction to the Devout Life by Saint Francis de Sales. It's purpose, as described by the author, "is to instruct those who live in town, within families, or at court, and are obliged to live an ordinary life as to outward appearances."

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