Franciscan Spirituality
Saint Anthony of Padua
An Augustinian monk who was inspired by the martyrdom of Franciscan missionaries, Saint Anthony of Padua joined the Franciscans hoping to be a missionary. But God had other plans for him. He became one of the outstanding philosopher/theologians of the Order.
Saint Anthony Novena Day Nine: Model of Conversion
Was Anthony’s faith when he died in 1231 the same as when he became a Friar Minor in 1220? In many ways yes, but in other important ways no.
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Saint Anthony Novena Day Eight: In Retirement
Anthony’s retirement as provincial minister lasted less than a year. He spent most of that time writing sermon notes for the feasts of major saints.
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Saint Anthony Novena Day Seven: Leader of Friars
Anthony became linked to the city of Padua although he did not live their permanently until he had completed his service as provincial minister.
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Saint Anthony Novena Day Six: The Preacher
Anthony is linked to finding lost objects. More importantly, many people have found anew a faith that previously seemed lifeless and useless.
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Saint Anthony Novena Day Five: The Teacher
Anthony’s knowledge of the Scriptures and his ability to apply them to daily life led to an assignment from Francis himself: Anthony should go to Bologna and teach Scripture to the young friars.
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Saint Anthony Novena Day Three: The Missionary
Anthony was a missionary in Morocco for less than a year. Little is known about those months except that Anthony became so ill that his superiors decided to send him back home.
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