by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 28, 2020 | Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales, St. Jane de Chantal, St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, Visitation History, Visitation Outreach, Visitation Saints
December 8, 1602: Episcopal ordination of Saint Francis de Sales in the church of his baptism, in Thorens (Savoy). December 13, 1641: Birth in heaven of Saint Jane de Chantal at the monastery of the Visitation of Moulins, at the age of 69. December 17, 1887:...
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 25, 2020 | Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
In his Treatise on the Love of God,St Francis de Sales echoed the words of St. Paul in describing the impact that giving thanks and being grateful should have upon us. Grateful people are not envious, but generous. Grateful people are not arrogant, but humble....
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 16, 2020 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
If we are to uproot our affections from earthly things as we get older, should we also withdraw from our earthly responsibilities? When should we start doing this? How do we do this in our day-to-day lives? Why are people today reluctant to prepare for death, or talk...
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 9, 2020 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales, Visitation Outreach
Why is it important to understand that not all of our inclinations are something to avoid, and even embrace, if they align with God’s will?2. Why do we have this tendency to think all our inclinations are maligned?3. How can we ensure our inclinations are good...
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 2, 2020 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales, Visitation Outreach
What do you think of this description of purgatory as both a place of torment and quasi-paradise? Does it make you hopeful? Does it make you less nervous about possibly going there? How can we ensure a more regular practice of praying for the poor souls in purgatory?...
by Sister Susan Marie | Oct 26, 2020 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
What seems to be the weaknesses of the recipient of the letter, Madame de Peyzieu? How does this give us insights into ourselves? How do we know when we are worrying too much about our own imperfections? What might this overworry indicate about us? When does worry...