by Sister Susan Marie | Jan 2, 2014 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
“They did him homage.” “They set out. The star which they had observed at its rising went ahead of them until it came to a standstill over the place where the child was. They were overjoyed at seeing the star, and on entering the house, found the child with Mary his...
by Sister Susan Marie | Dec 26, 2013 | Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
Saint Francis de Sales, in his Spiritual Conferences, Conference 3, treats of the challenges the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph faced in their lives. All families experience joys and trials. As we approach the Feast of the Holy Family this Sunday, December...
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 26, 2013 | Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
As our national holiday of Thanksgiving approaches, how can we be grateful with a particularly Salesian heart? St. Francis de Sales’ suggests we delight in all God’s inspirations within us, and that we accept with gratitude even the crosses we discover in...
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 20, 2013 | Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales, Vocation news, YEAR OF FAITH
On this day, November 21, the Feast of the Presentation, the Sisters of the Visitation of Holy Mary throughout the world , renew our vows each year during the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass as an act of fidelity to our loving God and our witness in the Church. What a...
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 14, 2013 | Events, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales, St. Jane de Chantal
Salesian Online Courses for ADVENT Dec. 2 through December 22, 2013 The Salesian Center for Faith & Culture offers a unique program of studies in Salesian spirituality for persons interested in self-improvement through educational enrichment. The three courses...
by Sister Susan Marie | Nov 12, 2013 | Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
“Why are so many people drawn to St. Francis de Sales after their first contact? It is because his spirit is a short, sure, and successful way to find the Lord. In his spirit, you find medicine for your worries and salve for you injuries: the peace that every heart...