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Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!With spring practice in the books and summer in session, we have some things to sort out in the wonderful world of college football.On the latest episode of False Start, John Buhler (Lead Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) looked at the top 25 teams in college football at this point of the offseason, as well as a few others' win totals of note.From there, the guys wondered if teams like Alabama were getting too much love, while other ones like Arizona State and South Carolina are getting slept on.After that, The Francis Xavier "Biff" Poggi Bronzed Meat Sleeves were handed out!Who got themselves a Sleevie as a part of the Freshman 15? Find out now!We are so proud of the team we are building, and this is False Start!
Full Text of ReadingsSaturday of the Fourth Week of Easter Lectionary: 284The Saint of the day is Saint Paschal BaylonSaint Paschal Baylon's story In Paschal's lifetime the Spanish empire in the New World was at the height of its power, though France and England were soon to reduce its influence. The 16th century has been called the Golden Age of the Church in Spain, for it gave birth to Ignatius of Loyola, Francis Xavier, Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross, Peter of Alcantara, Francis Solano, and Salvator of Horta. Paschal's Spanish parents were poor and pious. Between the ages of seven and 24 he worked as a shepherd and began a life of mortification. He was able to pray on the job and was especially attentive to the church bell, which rang at the Elevation during Mass. Paschal had a very honest streak in him. He once offered to pay owners of crops for any damage his animals caused! In 1564, Paschal joined the Friars Minor and gave himself wholeheartedly to a life of penance. Though he was urged to study for the priesthood, he chose to be a brother. At various times he served as porter, cook, gardener, and official beggar. Paschal was careful to observe the vow of poverty. He would never waste any food or anything given for the use of the friars. When he was porter and took care of the poor coming to the door, he developed a reputation for great generosity. The friars sometimes tried to moderate his liberality! Paschal spent his spare moments praying before the Blessed Sacrament. In time, many people sought his wise counsel. People flocked to his tomb immediately after his burial; miracles were reported promptly. Paschal was canonized in 1690 and was named patron of eucharistic congresses and societies in 1897. Reflection Prayer before the Blessed Sacrament occupied much of Saint Francis' energy. Most of his letters were to promote devotion to the Eucharist. Paschal shared that concern. An hour in prayer before our Lord in the Eucharist could teach all of us a great deal. Some holy and busy Catholics today find that their work is enriched by those minutes regularly spent in prayer and meditation. Saint Paschal Baylon is the Patron Saint of: Eucharistic Congresses and SocietiesShepherds Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media
Full Text of ReadingsThursday of the Fourth Week of Easter Lectionary: 282The Saint of the day is Saint Isidore the FarmerSaint Isidore the Farmer's Story Isidore has become the patron of farmers and rural communities. In particular, he is the patron of Madrid, Spain, and of the United States National Rural Life Conference. When he was barely old enough to wield a hoe, Isidore entered the service of John de Vergas, a wealthy landowner from Madrid, and worked faithfully on his estate outside the city for the rest of his life. He married a young woman as simple and upright as himself who also became a saint—Maria de la Cabeza. They had one son, who died as a child. Isidore had deep religious instincts. He rose early in the morning to go to church and spent many a holiday devoutly visiting the churches of Madrid and surrounding areas. All day long, as he walked behind the plow, he communed with God. His devotion, one might say, became a problem, for his fellow workers sometimes complained that he often showed up late because of lingering in church too long. He was known for his love of the poor, and there are accounts of Isidore's supplying them miraculously with food. He had a great concern for the proper treatment of animals. He died May 15, 1130, and was declared a saint in 1622, with Saints Ignatius of Loyola, Francis Xavier, Teresa of Avila, and Philip Neri. Together, the group is known in Spain as “the five saints.” Reflection Many implications can be found in a simple laborer achieving sainthood: Physical labor has dignity; sainthood does not stem from status; contemplation does not depend on learning; the simple life is conducive to holiness and happiness. Legends about angel helpers and mysterious oxen indicate that his work was not neglected and his duties did not go unfulfilled. Perhaps the truth which emerges is this: If you have your spiritual self in order, your earthly commitments will fall into order also. “[S]eek first the kingdom [of God] and his righteousness,” said the carpenter from Nazareth, “and all these things will be given you besides” (Matthew 6:33). Saint Isidore the Farmer is the Patron Saint of: FarmersRural Laborers Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media
Friends of the Rosary,Today, May 15, is the Feast of Isidore the Farmer, spouse of another saint, his own wife, St Maria de la Cabeza, two holy souls of the twelfth century in Madrid, Spain.They devoutly attended Mass every day before their daily labors. They served the poor in the city slums, and angels were said to accompany St. Isidore in his work.Isidore and Maria de la Cabeza had a son, who died as a child.Shortly after his death on May 15, 1130, miracles were attributed to his intercession. In 1615, King Philip III of Spain, in danger of death, had Isidore's relics brought to his bedside. He was miraculously healed and petitioned for Isidore's formal canonization in 1622.He is part of the group known in Spain as " the five saints, " along with Ignatius of Loyola, Francis Xavier, Teresa of Avila, and Philip Neri.Isidore is the patron saint of laborers, farmers, and several Spanish cities.Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will. Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New York• May 15, 2025, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET
"Hagar Qim, on the south western edge of Malta, is one of the oldest built structures in the world. Over 5000 years old, this megalithic temple overlooks the dazzling blue Mediterranean. In 2008, canopies were constructed to protect these monuments from further elemental damage. Small birds, mainly sparrows, have now made their home among the high eaves of these shelters, their calls echoing through the temple. This spot is unusually far from the traffic and urban noise that dominates much of the island, and I was able to record the bird sounds as I walked up the stony cliff path towards the temple. "To me, sparrows are one of the characteristic sounds of the Maltese islands, along with the sound of the sea and the ringing of church bells, none of which you are ever far from. My piece merges my own field recordings of these three quintessential Maltese sounds with something very personal. My grandfather was a teacher and writer from Mqabba, a tiny village near Hagar Qim. When he retired, he undertook a labour of love in translating John Milton's epic poem “Paradise Lost” into Maltese. I recorded my own father, born and bred in Malta, but now sadly in ill health, reciting some of his father's translation of this famous poem telling the story of the Garden of Eden and humanity's loss of paradise, along with his own reminiscences, including his own birth in 1941 in a building called Milton House. I am aware that time is running on, and this may have been my last opportunity to work with my father on such a piece. "The final link in this chain from Malta's past to my present is my own whispered voice reading the equivalent passages from Milton's original work, which I studied as an English undergraduate many years ago, and a simple synthesiser melody referencing Bach's C major prelude/Ave Maria, a piece close to my heart which I sometimes play as a duet with my own young son. The ancient past of Malta, in the bird filled paradise of Hagar Qim, entwines with the Christian and colonial roots of the island today, Maltese and English, pagan and prayer. I dedicate this piece to my father Pio, and to my grandfather Francis Xavier." Megalithic temple soundscape in Malta reimagined by Suzy Mangion. ——————— This sound is part of the Sonic Heritage project, exploring the sounds of the world's most famous sights. Find out more and explore the whole project: https://www.citiesandmemory.com/heritage
Starting on March 9, 2025, Fr. Eric began a four-day Lenten Mission at St. Francis Xavier in Mississauga, Ontario. Audio recording only. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
Starting on March 9, 2025, Fr. Eric began a four-day Lenten Mission at St. Francis Xavier in Mississauga, Ontario. Audio recording only. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
Starting on March 9, 2025, Fr. Eric began a four-day Lenten Mission at St. Francis Xavier in Mississauga, Ontario. Audio recording only. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
Starting on March 9, 2025, Fr. Eric began a four-day Lenten Mission at St. Francis Xavier in Mississauga, Ontario. Audio recording only. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
3/5/25 - Beatified by Pope John Paul II in 2000, Fr. Seelos possessed great mystical gifts due to his life of intense prayer and penance. His innate kindness, understanding and dedication to the needs of the faithful from all walks of life makes him an outstanding model for those in religious life and laity alike. As a missionary preacher and lifelong friend of the poor and destitute, Seelos was a spiritual father to tens of thousands, giving counsel and hearing the confessions of all who came to him. Despite his untimely death at age 48, so profound was his apostolic zeal that sickness, persecution, and even the upheaval caused by civil war could not stop him. Follow the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simple-truth/id1554081947 More great free Catholic programming: https://thestationofthecross.com/ Check out Jim's website at https://jimhavens.com/ Get the free PDF resource - "Three Powerful Prayers to Start Each Day": https://www.jimhavens.com/threepowerfulprayers
Ang modern world ay puno ng pagdududa at pagwawalang-bahala sa pananampalataya, ngunit may mga bagay na hindi kayang ipaliwanag ng agham. Isa na rito ay ang katawan ng ilang mga santo na nanatiling buo at hindi nabubulok sa kabila ng paglipas ng ilang mga siglo—isang hindi maipaliwanag na hiwaga ng Simbahang Katoliko. Sa episode na ito, tatalakayin natin ang sampung pinaka-kahanga-hangang kaso ng mga incorrupt na katawan ng mga santo, kabilang sina St. Bernadette Soubirous, St. Padre Pio, St. Francis Xavier, at marami pang iba. Milagro ba ito o isa lang sa mga hiwagang tinatamad pang pagtuunan ng pansin ng modern world? Panoorin ang video na ito at tuklasin ang mga ebidensyang patuloy na nagpapa-nganga ng bunganga sa mga nagsasabing ang pananampalataya ay walang saysay. Huwag kalimutang i-like, mag-subscribe, at ibahagi ito sa iba! #CatholicMiracles #IncorruptSaints #FaithAndScience 7 Saints na HINDI NAAAGNAS ANG KATAWAN | Incorrupt Bodies of Saints of the Catholic Church Join Filipino podcaster and vlogger, Jay Aruga host of The Jay Aruga Show, the first conservative podcast and vlog in the Philippines.SUPPORT The Jay Aruga Show through the Shopee – Arugaan Online Shop: Jay Aruga's Book "Conservative Ka Ba? A 3-Step Approach to Protecting the Family from Woke Ideology" is NOW Available in Shopee:https://shopee.ph/product/274489164/25685460706/Fight this toxic culture in style! Order your THE JAY ARUGA SHOW podcast T-shirt now: https://shopee.ph/product/274489164/24822983311/ Buying me a coffee thru: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thejayarugashow Hallow - Try Hallow's Premium contents for FREE: https://hallow.com/jayaruga Follow The Sentinel Ph Facebook Page and watch our live streams with AJ Perez every Saturdays at 9PM: https://www.facebook.com/TheSentinelPh LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos. https://www.youtube.com/@JayAruga?sub_confirmation=1Listen and learn from previous episodes of The Jay Aruga Show podcast here https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thejayarugashow Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jagaruga Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jay.aruga Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheJayArugaShow Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JayAruga?sub_confirmation=1
Msgr. Roger J. Landry Shrine of Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, New York February 20, 2025 To listen to an audio recording of this talk, please click below: https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/catholicpreaching/2.20.25_St._Frances_Cabrini_Hero_of_Hope_1.mp3 The outline for tonight’s talk was: The Jubilee of Hope A response to a time of growing despair The Witness of Heroic Hope in St. […] The post Becoming Heroes of Hope like St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, Giving Reason for the Hope Within Us, Shrine of St. Francis Xavier Cabrini, New York, February 20, 2025 appeared first on Catholic Preaching.
Hurry, Hurry.. Fr. Elias is organizing this pilgrimage to Akita, Japan, site of Sister Agnes' apparitions in which Our Lady warned of the times we are in, The famous Maximilian Kolbe friary - impervious to he WW 2 nuclear bomb Oura Cathedral where the underground Christians were discovered And many other incredible Catholic sites in Japan which is less than 1 percent Catholic, and yet the heavens have spoken and shown favor there. .Listen to this episode and if you feel prompted to become part of the many miracles and messages that have taken place in this unchartered land. Fr. Elias Mary Mills, F.I. Travel with a Fransiscan of the Immaculate who follows the spirituality of St. Maximilian Kolbe to trace the footsteps of Christianity in Japan – it's birth with St. Francis Xavier, the persecutions and martyrdoms, St Maximilian Kolbe and his Immaculatae to the approved Marian apparition of Our Lady of Akita. He is well versed on the messages and locations of Akita and needs a few more people to sign up on the pilgrimage in March. Visit: Caterburypilgrimages.com/tour/8887/ for more information. Or call me at 847.331.6994 and we'll put you in touch
Emily Ripplinger, Branch Manager and David Stang, Member Advisor from Catholic United Financial and Christine Pinto, Director for Faith Formation for the Diocese of Saint Cloud speak with host, AmberWalling, about sponsoring and presenting at the upcoming Festival of Families on February 2, 2025 at St. Francis Xavier in Sartell, MN. Both Ripplinger and Stang participated in the event in 2024 and share their perspective on why the Festival of Families is not only important for participants of the event but sponsors, as well.
2024 was a special year for Carnival and the Japan-New Orleans connection! Lafcadio Hearn's life & works inspired the theme for Rex Parade 2024: "The Two Worlds of Lafcadio Hearn - New Orleans & Japan". But why Hearn? What went into the float design? What other ways has Hearn left a lasting impact on both New Orleans & Japan? Find out today with a super-sized special Mardi Gras bonus episode, featuring insights from Rex historian/archivist Will French & historian/archivist emeritus Dr. Stephen Hales, Royal Artists float designer/artistic director Caroline Thomas, Lafcadio Hearn's great grandson Bon Koizumi, legendary chef John Folse, Captain of the Krewe of Lafcadio John Kelly, JSNO's resident Lafcadio Hearn expert Matthew Smith, and even the Mayor of Matsue Akihito Uesada! Get ready for Mardi Gras 2025 by reflecting on this unique connection between New Orleans & Japan!------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Music Credits ------Background music provided by: Royalty Free Music by Giorgio Di Campo for Free Sound Music http://freesoundmusic.eu FreeSoundMusic on Youtube Link to Original Sound Clip------ Audio Clip Credits ------Thanks to Dominic Massa & everyone at WYES for allowing us to use some of the audio from the below Rex Clips:Segment about Royal Artist & Float DesignFull 2024 Rex Ball Coverage (Krewe of Lafcadio/Nicholls State segment)Thanks to Matsue City Hall & Mayor Akihito Uesada for their video message below:Message from Matsue Mayor Akihito Uesada------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ Hearn/Matsue/History Episodes ------Foreign-Born Samurai: William Adams ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E17)Foreign-Born Samurai: Yasuke ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E16)Explore Matsue ft. Nicholas McCullough (S4E19)Jokichi Takamine: The Earliest Bridge Between New Orleans & Japan ft. Stephen Lyman (S4E13)The Life & Legacy of Lafcadio Hearn ft. Bon & Shoko Koizumi (S1E9)Matsue & New Orleans: Sister Cities ft. Dr. Samantha Perez (S1E2)------ Links about Rex ------2024 Rex Parade/Float PDF with Full DesignsCaroline Thomas's Website------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!
Manu S. Pillai returns to SparX for another fascinating episode on history to give us a sneak peek into his latest book– "Gods, Guns and Missionaries". It shows us how how colonialism, religion, and identity have interacted in India over the past many years. Through 15 essays, Pillai shows how European missionaries and colonial powers changed Hinduism and its modern forms, revealing a more complex history than often told. The book also explores how these historical forces still shape Indian politics and society today. Resource List - Gods, Guns, and Missionaries - Book by Manu S. Pillai https://amzn.in/d/6njkWSc H-Pop - Book by Kunal Purohit https://amzn.in/d/26KnoHw What is Protestantism? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Protestantism What was the Protestant Reformation https://www.britannica.com/event/Reformation Read more about Francis Xavier https://www.jesuits.global/saint-blessed/saint-francis-xavier/ Read more about Roberto de Nobili https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roberto_de_Nobili Read about Thomas Munro's donation to Tirupati temple https://vocal.media/fyi/soldier-to-governor-of-madras-thomas-munro-who-captured-the-hearts-of-the-people Read about Rous Peter's donation to Meenakshi temple https://indroyc.com/2024/04/12/unveiling-the-legends-of-madurai-the-tale-of-peter-pandian/#:~:text=In%20a%20gesture%20of%20gratitude,to%20adorn%20her%20celestial%20feet. Charles Wilkins translating the Gita https://www.mvnadkarni.com/files/Introduction%20to%20Charles%20Wilkins%20Gita.pdf About SparX by Mukesh Bansal SparX is a podcast where we delve into cutting-edge scientific research, stories from impact-makers and tools for unlocking the secrets to human potential and growth. We believe that entrepreneurship, fitness and the science of productivity is at the forefront of the India Story; the country is at the cusp of greatness and at SparX, we wish to make these tools accessible for every generation of Indians to be able to make the most of the opportunities around us. In a new episode every Sunday, our host Mukesh Bansal (Founder Myntra and Cult.fit) will talk to guests from all walks of life and also break down everything he's learnt about the science of impact over the course of his 20-year long career. This is the India Century, and we're enthusiastic to start this journey with you. Follow us on Instagram: / sparxbymukeshbansal Website: https://www.sparxbymukeshbansal.com You can also listen to SparX on all audio platforms Fasion | Outbreak | Courtesy EpidemicSound.com
This season was a long one! The Krewe re-groups to reflect on Season 5 as a whole, and everything that went into it... with a SPECIAL GUEST! Join us for one last audio journey in Season 5 as we discuss all the milestones, top moments, challenges, & fun anecdotes, in addition to a look ahead to Season 6 & listener feedback! Let's GO!------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!
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Reach out to Cody and Buhler to tell them what's up!The coaching carousel has taken a turn.In the wake of the regular season winding down, a slew of marquee college football jobs have been filled.Bill Belichick takes over at North Carolina, while Rich Rodriguez returns to West Virginia. Also, it seems as though Dan Mullen will be getting back into coaching at UNLV.John Buhler (Staff Writer, FanSided.com) and Cody Williams (Content Director, FanSided.com) reacted to some of the wildest coaching hires in recent memory.The latest episode of False Start really went into the weeds when the guys handed out the often-celebrated Francis Xavier "Biff" Poggi Bronzed Meat Sleeves!
“The Spirit of the LORD will rest upon him…Jesus rejoiced in the Holy Spirit.” Do I rejoice in the Spirit and let the Spirit of the LORD rest upon me? Where the Spirit of the LORD is, there is FREEDOM.
Friends of the Rosary, This Advent period is a unique occasion to take a serious and sincere look at ourselves. The faithful know that this earth is not our permanent home, yet many Christians live and act as if it were. They forget that one day, they will render an account of their acts at the end of their earthly life, on the day of judgment, or when the "Son of Man comes with power and in great glory,” as we read last Sunday. We have been forewarned on our Lord's prophecy about the end of the world (Luke 21:25-28; 34-36) These words of Christ should awaken us to the true facts of life and death. Life on earth is just a period of transit, which, properly used, will earn us our eternal home. Our end on earth is the beginning of true life. If we are faithful to our Christian vocation, we won't fear the day of judgment, and Christ's second and glorious coming will not be a catastrophe for us. Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!St. Francis Xavier, Pray for Us! Come, Holy Spirit, come! To Jesus through Mary! + Mikel Amigot | RosaryNetwork.com, New York • December 4, 2024, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET
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Today is Tuesday, December 3, 2024, The Feast of St. Francis Xavier, Confessor, a 3rd class feast, with the color of white. In this episode: The meditation: “The Advent of Our Contemplation,” today's news from the Church: “November 21, 1974 - 2024,” and today's thought from the Archbishop. We'd love your feedback on these Daily Devotionals! What do you like / not like, and what would you like us to add? podcast@sspx.org Sources Used Today: Practical Meditations (Angelus Press) “November 21, 1974 - 2024” (FSSPX.news) https://fsspx.news/en/news/november-21-1974-2024-48909 The Spiritual Life- Archbishop Lefebvre (Angelus Press) - - - - - - - Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >> - - - - - - - Explore more: Subscribe to the email version of this Devotional - it's a perfect companion! Subscribe to this Podcast to receive this and all our audio episodes Subscribe to the SSPX YouTube channel for video versions of our podcast series and Sermons FSSPX News Website: https://fsspx.news Visit the US District website: https://sspx.org/ - - - - - What is the SSPX Podcast? The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition. - - - - - - What is the SSPX? The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood. Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls. Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it. https://sspx.org
A letter from St Francis Xavier to St Ignatius Woe to me if I do not preach the Gospel We have visited the villages of the new converts who accepted the Christian religion a few years ago. No Portuguese live here, the country is so utterly barren and poor. The native Christians have no priests. ... Read more The post Dec. 3 St. Francis Xavier – “Woe to me if I do not preach the Gospel” from the Office of Readings appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.
The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Tuesday of the First Week of Advent by Dr. Shane Owens. Francis Xavier, Priest, Missionary Obligatory Memorial First Reading: Isaiah 11: 1-10 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 72: 1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17 Gospel: Luke 10: 21-24 In Walking with the Holy Family—a free 32-day Advent series from the St. Paul Center—you'll explore the key messianic promises of the Old Testament, their typological fulfillment in Christ, and how we continue to live this time of fulfillment in the Church today. This daily reflection series begins December 1st, so sign up now and start this sacred journey with us at StPaulCenter.com/Advent. Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com
Full Text of ReadingsMemorial of Saint Francis Xavier, Priest Lectionary: 176The Saint of the day is Saint Francis XavierSaint Francis Xavier's Story Jesus asked, “What profit would there be for one to gain the whole world and forfeit his life?” (Matthew 16:26a). The words were repeated to a young teacher of philosophy who had a highly promising career in academics, with success and a life of prestige and honor before him. Francis Xavier, 24 at the time, and living and teaching in Paris, did not heed these words at once. They came from a good friend, Ignatius of Loyola, whose tireless persuasion finally won the young man to Christ. Francis then made the spiritual exercises under the direction of Ignatius, and in 1534, joined his little community, the infant Society of Jesus. Together at Montmartre they vowed poverty, chastity, obedience, and apostolic service according to the directions of the pope. From Venice, where he was ordained a priest in 1537, Xavier went on to Lisbon and from there sailed to the East Indies, landing at Goa, on the west coast of India. For the next 10 years he labored to bring the faith to such widely scattered peoples as the Hindus, the Malayans, and the Japanese. He spent much of that time in India, and served as provincial of the newly established Jesuit province of India. Wherever he went, Xavier lived with the poorest people, sharing their food and rough accommodations. He spent countless hours ministering to the sick and the poor, particularly to lepers. Very often he had no time to sleep or even to say his breviary but, as we know from his letters, he was filled always with joy. Xavier went through the islands of Malaysia, then up to Japan. He learned enough Japanese to preach to simple folk, to instruct, and to baptize, and to establish missions for those who were to follow him. From Japan he had dreams of going to China, but this plan was never realized. Before reaching the mainland, he died. His remains are enshrined in the Church of Good Jesus in Goa. He and Saint Thérèse of Lisieux were declared co-patrons of the missions in 1925. Reflection All of us are called to “go and preach to all nations—see Matthew 28:19. Our preaching is not necessarily on distant shores but to our families, our children, our husband or wife, our coworkers. And we are called to preach not with words, but by our everyday lives. Only by sacrifice, the giving up of all selfish gain, could Francis Xavier be free to bear the Good News to the world. Sacrifice is leaving yourself behind at times for a greater good, the good of prayer, the good of helping someone in need, the good of just listening to another. The greatest gift we have is our time. Francis Xavier gave his to others. Saint Francis Xavier is a Patron Saint of: JapanJewelersMissionsSailors Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media
St. Francis Xavier, Priest (Memorial)
Friends of the Rosary, Today, December 3, the Church celebrates the Memorial of St. Francis Xavier (1506-1552), patron of foreign missions and all missionary works. While the Church has sent many excellent and holy missionaries into the world, Francis Xavier is considered the greatest after St. Paul the Apostle. Born from a noble Basque family in the castle of Xavier in Navarre, Spain, he studied at the University of Paris, where he taught philosophy, met Ignatius of Loyola, and was enrolled as one of the first seven Jesuits. In 1540, he was sent to evangelize India. He spent almost a decade bringing Christ's message to the people of Goa, Ceylon, the Moluccas, the island of Mindanao (Philippines), and other areas before going to Japan in 1549. After establishing a Christian community there, he returned briefly to India before setting his sights on China. However, on this date in 1552, Francis Xavier died of a fever on an island off the coast of China. He was canonized in 1622. St. Francis Xavier was known for his long hours of hard work. He loved the poor and sick and showed great joy in their service. He had given his life to bringing the Good News to people who had never known Christ. Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!St. Francis Xavier, Pray for Us! Come, Holy Spirit, come! To Jesus through Mary! + Mikel Amigot | RosaryNetwork.com, New York • December 3, 2024, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET
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A meditation preached by Fr. Eric Nicolai on December 3, 2024 at Ernescliff College, Toronto. Jesus addresses a word of hope to His disciples: “Stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand” (Luke 21, 28). During the time of advent, a time of preparation for the coming of the Lord, we may feel a faint whisper of sadness, maybe discomfort. The Lord invites us to stand erect. This is what the life of Saint Francis Xavier (1506-1552) was like. What an example of zeal and apostolate. Music: Regi Stone, All Heaven Declares, from Catholic Music Youtube channel
Dr. Tom Curran shares a Prayer of Command, insights on the Feast of St. Francis Xavier and a story about receiving a wake up call last week. Order your copy of Deliverance Prayers: For Use by the Laity by Fr. Chad Ripperger
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Tuesday of the First Week in Advent with the Rev. Tony D. Ede.Francis Xavier, Missionary to Asia, 1552, Jantine Auguste Haumersen, First Ordained Female Lutheran Pastor, 1967 Isaiah 1:21–31; 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12; Luke 20:9–18; Psalms 33 & 146 (AM); Psalms 85 & 94 (PM) Read full devotion at thenalc.org/advent.
Tuesday of the First Week of Advent Memorial of St. Francis Xavier, 1506-1552; joined the infant Society of Jesus in 1534; ordained in 1537, and went to Lisbon; from there sailed to the East Indies, landing at Goa, on the west coast of India; for the next 10 years he labored to bring the faith to such widely scattered peoples as the Hindus, the Malayans, and the Japanese; he longed to go to China, but he died before reaching the mainland Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 12/3/24 Gospel: Luke 10:21-24
Hey, friends! Today's Saint Friend travelled around the world as a missionary. Let's find out more about the “greatest missionary since Saint Paul,” our new friend: Saint Francis Xavier.
The St. Paul Center's daily scripture reflections from the Mass for Tuesday of the First Week of Advent by Dr. Shane Owens. Francis Xavier, Priest, Missionary Obligatory Memorial First Reading: Isaiah 11: 1-10 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 72: 1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17 Gospel: Luke 10: 21-24 In Walking with the Holy Family—a free 32-day Advent series from the St. Paul Center—you'll explore the key messianic promises of the Old Testament, their typological fulfillment in Christ, and how we continue to live this time of fulfillment in the Church today. This daily reflection series begins December 1st, so sign up now and start this sacred journey with us at StPaulCenter.com/Advent. Learn more about the Mass at www.stpaulcenter.com
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15 And he said to them: Go ye into the whole world, and preach the gospel to every creature.Et dixit eis : Euntes in mundum universum praedicate Evangelium omni creaturae. 16 He that believeth and is baptized, shall be saved: but he that believeth not shall be condemned.Qui crediderit, et baptizatus fuerit, salvus erit : qui vero non crediderit, condemnabitur. 17 And these signs shall follow them that believe: In my name they shall cast out devils: they shall speak with new tongues.Signa autem eos qui crediderint, haec sequentur : in nomine meo daemonia ejicient : linguis loquentur novis : 18 They shall take up serpents; and if they shall drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them: they shall lay their hands upon the sick, and they shall recover.serpentes tollent : et si mortiferum quid biberint, non eis nocebit : super aegros manus imponent, et bene habebunt. One of the first companions of St Ignatius Loyola, St Francis Xavier, one of the greatest missionaries of all time, preached the Gospel in India and in Japan. He converted innumerable pagans and died in 1552 on his way to China.
Fr. Dan Reehil discusses Advent, the life of St. Francis Xavier and his fellow Jesuits, and the Gospel reading for Tuesday of the First Week of Advent. He also mentions a pilgrimage he will be on to Italy to witness the canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis. Your can join Fr. Dan on this pilgrimage. For More Information Call: 888-478-PRAY (7729)signsorders@gmail.comwww.sign.org Radio Maria is a 100% listener supported radio station. If this broadcast has touched your life, please consider donating at https://rmusa.civi-go.net/donate Stream live episodes of Battle Ready with Fr. Dan Reehil at https://radiomaria.us/ at 9:00 am cst or tune in on radio in Louisiana (580 AM Alexandria, 1360 AM New Iberia, 89.7 FM Natchitoches, 91.1 FM Lake Charles) in Ohio (1600 AM Springfield, 88.7 FM Anna, 103.3 Enon/Dayton) in Mississippi (88.1 FM D'Iberville/Biloxi) in Florida (91.9 Hammocks/Miami) in Pennsylvania (88.1 FM Hollidaysburg/Altoona) in Texas (1250 AM Port Arthur) in Wisconsin (91.3 FM Peshtigo), 1280 AM Columbia, TN (98.9 FM Columbia, TN) Download the Radio Maria Play app to any smart device: Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radiomaria.v3&hl=en_US&gl=US&pli=1 iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/radio-maria-play/id848153139
3 December 2024
Friends of the Rosary, The month of December is dedicated to the Immaculate Conception. During the season of Advent, the first 24 days of December, we put on the ‘armor of light,' seeking a Christian lifestyle that requires being vigilant, as we don't know the hour in which He will arrive. Advent's liturgical color, purple, symbolizes penance, mortification, and the sorrow of a contrite heart. The remaining days of December mark the beginning of Christmas, when the liturgical color changes to white or gold, symbolizing joy, purity, and innocence. The principal feasts of Advent are: St. Francis Xavier (December 3),St. Nicholas (December 6),Immaculate Conception (moved to December 9),Our Lady of Loreto (December 10),Our Lady of Guadalupe (December 12),St. Lucy (December 13),St. John of the Cross (December 14), The Sunday liturgy supersedes the optional memorial of St. Juan Diego (December 9). Because of the Sunday liturgy, the feast of the Immaculate Conception (December 8) has been transferred to December 9. The feasts for December 2024 are:1. FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT3. Francis Xavier, Memorial6. Nicholas, Opt. Mem.7. Ambrose, Memorial8. SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT9. IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF MARY, Solemnity11. Damasus I, Opt. Mem.12. Our Lady of Guadalupe (USA), Feast13. Lucy, Memorial14. John of the Cross, Memorial15. THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT, GAUDETE SUNDAY21. Peter Canisius; O Dayspring; Ember Saturday, Opt. Mem.22. FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT, Sunday23. John of Kanty; O Emmanuel, Opt. Mem.25. NATIVITY OF THE LORD (Christmas), Solemnity26. Stephen, Feast27. John, Apostle, Feast28. Holy Innocents, Feast29. Feast of the Holy Family, Feast31. Seventh Day in the Octave of Christmas; Sylvester I, Opt. Mem. Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You! Come, Holy Spirit, come! To Jesus through Mary! + Mikel Amigot | RosaryNetwork.com, New York • December 2, 2024, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET
It's the decennial exposition of the relics of St Francis Xavier, Goa's patron saint. Stories and legends around Goencho Saib are a part of Goa's collective memory, passed down through generations in souvenirs, artefacts, and treasured photographs of past expositions. These intimate archives of faith and memory come together in Sacred Archives: Memories & Objects, a new exhibition from Goa Familia, an archival project, on view at the Museum of Christian Art. The exhibition reveals how sacred relics can become private talismans… and as with every Goa Familia project, how the personal intersects with the historical.----more---- https://theprint.in/opinion/postcard-handkerchief-goas-archival-project-shows-personal-intersects-historical/2373849/
How many original castles does Japan ACTUALLY have standing? Where is Japan's oldest castle located? When counting castles in Japan, do castle ruins factor in? The Krewe is joined by William de Lange, the author of An Encyclopedia of Japanese Castles & many other Japan-related publications, to get the answer to these questions and so many more!------ About the Krewe ------The Krewe of Japan Podcast is a weekly episodic podcast sponsored by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Check them out every Friday afternoon around noon CST on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Want to share your experiences with the Krewe? Or perhaps you have ideas for episodes, feedback, comments, or questions? Let the Krewe know by e-mail at kreweofjapanpodcast@gmail.com or on social media (Twitter: @kreweofjapan, Instagram: @kreweofjapanpodcast, Facebook: Krewe of Japan Podcast Page, TikTok: @kreweofjapanpodcast, LinkedIn: Krewe of Japan LinkedIn Page, Blue Sky Social: @kreweofjapan.bsky.social, & the Krewe of Japan Youtube Channel). Until next time, enjoy!------ Support the Krewe! Offer Links for Affiliates ------Use the referral links below & our promo code from the episode!Support your favorite NFL Team AND podcast! Shop NFLShop to gear up for football season!Zencastr Offer Link - Use my special link to save 30% off your 1st month of any Zencastr paid plan! ------ Past KOJ Architecture & History Episodes ------Foreign-Born Samurai: William Adams ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E17)Foreign-Born Samurai: Yasuke ft. Nathan Ledbetter (Guest Host, Dr. Samantha Perez) (S5E16)Change in Urban & Rural Japanese Communities ft. Azby Brown (S5E15)KOJ Podcast S5E6 - Inside Japanese Homes & Architecture ft. Azby Brown (S5E6)Kendo: The Way of the Sword ft. Alexander Bennett, 7th Dan in Kendo (S4E16)Jokichi Takamine: The Earliest Bridge Between New Orleans & Japan ft. Stephen Lyman (S4E13)The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 2] (S2E18)The Chrysanthemum Throne ft. Dr. Hiromu Nagahara [Part 1] (S2E17)The Age of Lady Samurai ft. Tomoko Kitagawa (S1E12)------ Links about William de Lange ------An Encyclopedia of Japanese Castles (Amazon)Japan Then & Now (Amazon, Released June 2024)Walking the Edo Sanpu (Amazon, Released August 2024)William's Website------ JSNO Upcoming Events ------JSNO Event CalendarJoin JSNO Today!
Friends of the Rosary, Today, November 13, we honor St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, an Italian missionary who spent much of her life working with Italian immigrants in the U.S. She is the patron of immigrants. Mother Cabrini established orphanages, hospitals, convents, and schools to help immigrants and to care for the sick and abandoned. Orphaned herself in Italy before she was 18, she joined the Sisters of the Sacred Heart and took on the name “Xavier” in honor of St. Francis Xavier, the great universal missionary. From a young age, longed to be a missionary in China, but God had other plans for her. At the advice of Pope Leo XIII, who told her “Not to the East, but to the West,” she focused her missionary efforts on the United States. She died in 1917 and was canonized in 1946, just before a new wave of immigrants began to arrive in the U.S. Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Saint Frances Cabrini, pray for us! Come, Holy Spirit, come! To Jesus through Mary! + Mikel Amigot | RosaryNetwork.com, New York
Dr. Moira Egan does not relate to Bartimaeus, a blind man who encounters Jesus in Mk 10:46-52 and begs for sight. Moira was born blind, but she has never begged for sight. Why should blindness exempt her from the Kingdom of God? “There's an assumption that, if any blind person were asked the open-ended question, ‘What do you want?', ... they would say they want to see,” Moira says. “I think it's hard for people to believe that isn't true.” In a conversation inspired by Pope Francis and his invitation to building a “culture of encounter,” Ricardo da Silva, S.J., welcomes Moira to “Preach” to reflect upon the difficulty of certain scripture passages, how to avoid ableist language, and consider the experiences of people with disabilities. Moira serves as the director of prestigious awards and graduate fellowships at Pace University in New York City. She also is an active parishioner at The Church of St. Francis Xavier, where she is involved with Ability Xavier. This program not only advocates for justice and understanding for persons with disabilities, but bridges the accessibility gap by providing tangible worship accommodations such as Braille worship aids, auditory assistive headsets for persons with hearing loss, and American Sign Language interpreters. [Learn more about disability theology—email Gregory Woods to join a private Facebook discussion group.] Receive daily Scripture reflections and support “Preach” by becoming a digital subscriber to America Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices