Feast Day of St. Francis De Sales born: 1567–died: 1622

Patron saint of journalists.

Video – Song – Wings of  Desire

“Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself.  Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections but instantly set about remedying them–every day begin the task anew.”
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“Never be in a hurry; do everything quietly and in a calm spirit. Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, even if your whole world seems upset.”

— St. Francis De Sales

Read about his life by clicking here.

De Sales book,  “Introduction to the Devout Life” was a huge success in his lifetime.  It is still a widely read and respected and is considered a spiritual classic. You can read a text version of it here.

The Golden Counsels of St. Francis De Sales — This is a very accessible, well organized and inspirational selection of “adapted” texts from De Sales. This devotional anthology could provide rich spiritual nourishment for weeks or months. Texts are written in contemporary English.

Salesian Spirituality Cyberspace Community

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