by Sister Susan Marie | Jun 2, 2018 | Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
It is the will only that God desires, but all the other powers run after it to be united to God with it This week we are continuing Saint Francis’ Treatise on the Love of God with book seven (“Of The Union Of The Soul With Her God, Which Is...
by Sister Susan Marie | Jun 1, 2018 | Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales, St. Jane de Chantal, St. Margaret Mary Alacoque
1st Friday of the month in 1674: The Sacred Heart of Jesus during what is called the 2nd great apparition asks St. Margaret Mary the restorative communion of the first Friday of the month and the Holy Hour. June 6, 1610: In the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity, in the...
by Sister Susan Marie | May 30, 2018 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
Many saints have experienced raptures, or ecstasies. Is this something that should be expected by lay persons today? Or sought after? Why do you think that ecstasies are a part of God’s design for faith experiences? How do experiences of ecstasy and rapture...
by Sister Susan Marie | May 24, 2018 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
Ecstasies raise us above ourselves to union with God This week we are continuing Saint Francis’ Treatise on the Love of God with book seven (“Of The Union Of The Soul With Her God, Which Is Perfected In Prayer.”) . Be sure to watch the...
by Sister Susan Marie | May 21, 2018 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
As you reflect on the scene from John’s gospel, what stands out as significant to you?Why is gentleness so important (especially in comparison to being self-righteous and judgmental)? Additionally, “admonish the sinner” is one of the spiritual works...
by Sister Susan Marie | May 10, 2018 | Discernment Sundays - Chat Room, Salesian Spirituality, St. Francis de Sales
A good sense of humor is a path to holiness Hi Subscriber, Note: With the release of Pope Francis’ new apostolic exhortation, we are taking a break from our Treatise on the Love of God chats to have reflections on this new document. Chapter...