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05/29/2024

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There are several channels with more likely to be added. is for those coming in who have questions or just want to say hi. is for server changes and announcements. is for those who have found theological, church, educations, etc. resources they want to share. is for just general conversation or questions. is a place to share memes, fun items or news, etc. is for clergy to share amongst themselves and is a private server., as is . These rooms are invitation only. is a place to ask questions or seek advice from our clergy and staff. is Father Michael McNamara's ministry for those seeking to grow into the best version of themselves through spiritual, physical, and mental health support. is for those interested in news, discussion, and information about our own Kelly Wurth's podcast, "Mad Catholic", in which she interviews a wide-range of amazing guests to discuss alternative and inclusive ways of being Christian. is a channel for those who would like to share prayers, prayer needs, and to pray for each other. If your need is sensitive, you may ask that we all pray for "a private intention." God knows what you're asking for. Voice Channels are run by various ministers so we can chat in real time.

There are several channels with more likely to be added. is for those coming in who have questions or just want to say hi. is for server changes and announcements. is for those who have found theological, church, educations, etc. resources they want to share. is for just general conversation or questions. is a place to share memes, fun items or news, etc. is for clergy to share amongst themselves and is a private server., as is . These rooms are invitation only. is a place to ask questions or seek advice from our clergy and staff. is Father Michael McNamara's ministry for those seeking to grow into the best version of themselves through spiritual, physical, and mental health support. is for those interested in news, discussion, and information about our own Kelly Wurth's podcast, "Mad Catholic", in which she interviews a wide-range of amazing guests to discuss alternative and inclusive ways of being Christian. is a channel for those who would like to share prayers, prayer needs, and to pray for each other. If your need is sensitive, you may ask that we all pray for "a private intention." God knows what you're asking for. Voice Channels are run by various ministers so we can chat in real time.

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05/29/2024

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12/30/2023

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08/22/2023

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08/21/2023

The day’s reflection
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08/12/2023

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08/07/2023

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08/04/2023

Saint John Vianney
Stained glass window of Saint John Vianney
Image: Stained glass window of Curé d’Ars | Luant, France | photo by François Goglins
Saint of the Day for August 4
(May 8, 1786 – August 4, 1859)
Saint John Vianney’s Story

A man with vision overcomes obstacles and performs deeds that seem impossible. John Vianney was a man with vision: He wanted to become a priest. But he had to overcome his meager formal schooling, which inadequately prepared him for seminary studies.

His failure to comprehend Latin lectures forced him to discontinue. But his vision of being a priest urged him to seek private tutoring. After a lengthy battle with the books, John was ordained.

Situations calling for “impossible” deeds followed him everywhere. As pastor of the parish at Ars, John encountered people who were indifferent and quite comfortable with their style of living. His vision led him through severe fasts and short nights of sleep.

With Catherine Lassagne and Benedicta Lardet, he established La Providence, a home for girls. Only a man of vision could have such trust that God would provide for the spiritual and material needs of all those who came to make La Providence their home.

His work as a confessor is John Vianney’s most remarkable accomplishment. In the winter months he was to spend 11 to 12 hours daily reconciling people with God. In the summer months this time was increased to 16 hours. Unless a man was dedicated to his vision of a priestly vocation, he could not have endured this giving of self day after day.

Many people look forward to retirement and taking it easy, doing the things they always wanted to do but never had the time. But John Vianney had no thoughts of retirement. As his fame spread, more hours were consumed in serving God’s people. Even the few hours he would allow himself for sleep were disturbed frequently by the devil.

Who, but a man with vision, could keep going with ever-increasing strength? In 1929, Pope Pius XI named him the patron of parish priests worldwide.

Reflection

Indifference toward religion, coupled with a love for material comfort, seem to be common signs of our times. A person from another planet observing us would not likely judge us to be pilgrim people, on our way to somewhere else. John Vianney on the other hand, was a man on a journey, with his goal before him at all times.

Saint John Vianney is the Patron Saint of:

Diocesan Priests
Parish Priests