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It is a venerable Christian tradition to turn in prayer to Anthony of Padua—and to other saintly men and women already enjoying the glorious presence of God.
Elizabeth Seton had no special gifts. She was not a mystic or stigmatic. She did not prophesy or speak in tongues. She had two great devotions: abandonment to the will of God and an ardent love for the Eucharist.
La Verna is the holy mountain of the Franciscan tradition. This wild and secluded height was given to Francis and his companions as a place for solitary prayer by a certain Count Orlando who had been inspired by Francis’ preaching in 1213.
A favorite in much of the Catholic world, St. Anthony of Padua has more cities and places named after him than any other saint—68.
Near the end of his life, Saint Anthony of Padua composed a collection of sermons or “sermon notes.”
Anima Christi is a prayer that touches us on a profound level.
As Christmas approaches, I’m prompted to give you my take on Nativity stories involving the Holy Family. These stories might help us all become more mindful of the poor in our midst.
