St. Francis de Sales’ teaching on faith can be summarized by his eight Rules of Faith as expressed in his work, The Catholic Controversy. He claimed that they are certain and infallible tests of faith:
Scripture
Tradition
The Church
Councils
The Fathers
The Pope
Miracles
Natural Reason
In 2013 we will continue our posts for the Year of Faith from the perspectives of St. Jane de Chantal and other Salesian figures who lived deep faith lives.
Blessed New Year!