30th St. Alphonsus Rodriguez

Thursday - Errands and Dinner with my son. Laundry in there somewhere too..?

St. Alphonsus Rodriguez-------October 30     (1532 - 1617)

He was a widower, a single parent, who after loosing his only surviving child, turned to a life of faith at the age of 39.He was not able to enter as a minister since his education was poor and although he

did attempt to finish college, he was not sucessful.

After considerable delay he was finally admitted into the Society of Jesus as a lay-brother, 31 January, 1571. He soon arrrived at the recently-founded college at Majorca, where he remained in the humble position of porter for forty-six years. He was a marvelous influence on the sanctification of the members of the household as well as a number of distinguished people who arrived at the porter's lodge for advice and direction.

Novena to St. Martin de Porres    (October 25 - November 2)   

Saint Martin de Porres, your concern and charity embraced not only your needy brethren, but also the animals of the field. You are a splendid example of charity; we thank and praise you. From above, hear the requests of your needy brethren.

(Mention your request here...)

By modeling our lives after yours, and imitating your virtues, may we live content knowing that God has looked favorably upon us. Because this is so, we can accept our burdens with strength and courage in order to follow in the footsteps of our Lord and the Blessed Mother.

May we reach the Kingdom of Heaven through the intercession of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.