January Saints in Saint Valentine Artwork
Saint Felix on Nola - January 14
The Latin on the bag Saint Felix is holding, "Deo Gratias," means "Thanks be to God."
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Saint Felix on Nola - January 14
The Latin on the bag Saint Felix is holding, "Deo Gratias," means "Thanks be to God."
www.newmanministry.com/saints/saint-felix-of-nola
Saint Francis de Sales - January 24
Saint Francis de Sales studied to be a lawyer the later enter to the seminary to become a priest. In 1602 Sales was consecrated Bishop of Geneva. He was also a spiritual writer who attracted many to the faith by his gentle and calm demeanor. Two of his notable works are "the Introduction to the Devout Life" and "the Treatise on the Love of God". He was later made a Doctor of the Church.
Quotes from Saint Francis de Sales
- Do not wish to be anything but what you are, and try to be that perfectly.
- Half an hour's meditation each day is essential, except when you are busy. Then a full hour is needed.
- Have patience with all things, But, first of all with yourself.
Saint Francis de Sales is the Patron Saint of authors, deafness, and writers.
Read more at
www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-francis-de-sales
