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LIVES OF THE SAINTS

Blessed Suzanne-Agathe Deloye - “Happy are those whose way is blameless”

Heralds of the Gospel Magazine, Vol. 17, nº 189, July 2023
Seven kilometres from the town of Orange, in the south of France, is the small Chapel of Gabet. A naturalistic and distracted gaze could consider it as just another monument of piety, among the countless forgotten ones that exist throughout Europe. The reality, however, is different. It is a precious …

DONA LUCILIA

Constant Concern for Her Children’s Education

Heralds of the Gospel Magazine, Vol. 17, nº 189, July 2023
Dona Lucilia had outdone herself in providing the best possible education for her children at home. However, despite all of her concerns, in 1919, having reached the appropriate age, Plinio would have to be enrolled in school. She naturally chose the best in São Paulo, run by the Jesuit Fathers. …

CHURCH AND WORLD EVENTS

Church and World Events

Heralds of the Gospel Magazine, Vol. 17, nº 189, July 2023
Massive tribute to the Virgin of the Forsaken On the occasion of the centennial of the canonical coronation of the Virgin of the Forsaken, twelve thousand people filled the Plaza de Toros in Valencia, Spain, in a historic celebration. The Great Diocesan Vigil was led by the Metropolitan Archbishop, Most …

STORY FOR CHILDREN

A Tower Touching Heaven

Heralds of the Gospel Magazine, Vol. 17, nº 189, July 2023
A man was seated with his elbows on his knees and his chin propped on his hand. It was a fairly common pose, generally speaking, but still a little unusual for a bishop… especially one in the Kingdom of Heaven! “Augustine, you look so thoughtful. Tell me, what happened?” “Oh, …

LIVES OF THE SAINTS

St. Crispin of Viterbo - He Lived Happily and Died Content

Heralds of the Gospel Magazine, Vol. 10, nº 103, May 2016
Carrying out the humblest task in the various monasteries in which he lived, he left a trail of joy wherever he went, for he loved God and his delight was being united to Him. “Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous” (Ps 32:1); “Happy are those whose way is blameless, …

LIVES OF THE SAINTS

St. Damien de Veuster - Father and Servant to the Lepers

Heralds of the Gospel Magazine, Vol. 7, nº 66, April 2013
From an antechamber to hell, the Island of Molokai was transformed into the setting for an extraordinary story of heroism. Everything began when a missionary determined to give his life for the victims of leprosy disembarked on its beaches. Throughout history, the scourge of leprosy has been one of the …

GOSPEL COMMENTARY

Suffering, the Source of Glory

Heralds of the Gospel Magazine, Vol. 7, nº 66, April 2013
Gospel of the Fifth Sunday of Easter 31 When Judas had gone out, Jesus said, “Now is the Son of man glorified, and in Him God is glorified; 32 if God is glorified in Him, God will also glorify Him in Himself, and glorify Him at once.33a Little children, yet …

DIVERSE

Ash Wednesday - Remember That You Are Dust...

Heralds of the Gospel Magazine, Vol. 7, nº 64, February 2013
The beginning of Lent is marked by a simple, but deeply symbolic ritual: the imposition of ashes as a sign of true and heartfelt repentance. As we have already seen on previous occasions, the rich Liturgy of the Church wisely guides us throughout the year so that we can derive …

GOSPEL COMMENTARY

How Should We Respond to a Glorious Calling?

Heralds of the Gospel Magazine, Vol. 7, nº 64, February 2013
The contrast between the grandeur of the Christian calling and human limitations makes many people consider themselves incapable of fulfilling their vocation. Divine pedagogy transmits a different teaching. Gospel of the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time 1 While the people pressed upon Him to hear the word of God, He …

LIVES OF THE SAINTS

St. Mary Euphrasia Pelletier - Isthmus Leading to Divine Mercy

Heralds of the Gospel Magazine, Vol. 6, nº 54, April 2012
Under the warm rays of divine love, the beautiful and elegant young lady was transformed into the “virtuous woman” (Eccl 26:2), who stood undaunted amid the waves of adversity, aridity, persecution and anxiety. The island of Noirmoutier emerges like the prow of a ship from the waters of the Atlantic …
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