Catholicscope - The name of this one saint must be familiar in our ears. The story of Mary Magdalene we can read in the Gospels. Mary Magdalene came from Magdala, near the Sea of Galilee.
By later Christian tradition, she was identified with Mary of Bethany, sister of Martha and Lazaurus. Some people knew her as a great sinner when she first encountered Jesus.
Mary Magdalene has a beauty that amazes people. She was also proud of its beauty. But after meeting Jesus, she is sorry for her evil life.
When Jesus went to the house of a rich man named Simon for a banquet, Mary Magdalene came and wept at His feet. Then, with her long, beautiful hair, she dried Jesus' legs and oiled them with costly perfume.
The people who saw this event were amazed that Jesus let a sinner like Mary Magdalene touch Him. Jesus can see into Mary's heart.
Jesus said, "Her many sins have been forgiven, for she has done a great deal of love." Jesus said to Mary. "Your faith has saved you. Go in peace. "
Since then, along with other holy women, Mary Magdalene humbly served Jesus and His apostles. When Jesus was crucified, Mary was there; under the foot of the cross.
She lived there with the Blessed Virgin Mary and St John without fear of her own salvation. Mary Magdalene is said to be the first to see Jesus after rising from the grave (John 20: 11-18).
There are several different versions of the life of Mary Magdalene after the resurrection of Jesus. The Orthodox Tradition claims she went to Ephesus with the Blessed Virgin Mary and stayed there for the rest of her life. The relics were moved to Constantinople in 886 and buried there.
The French tradition says that Mary Magdalene, Lazarus, and some of Jesus' companions came to Marseilles, France, evangelized and Christianized the whole of Provence.
They retired and lived as hermits until her death at La Sainte-Baume. Every July 22, the Church commemorates the celebration of St Mary Magdalene.
Catholicscope - St Leo IV lived in the ninth century. He spent his life in Rome. He was educated at the Benedictine Monastery, near St Peter's Basilica. He was ordained a priest and performed his ministry in St John Lateran's Basilica.
He is known as a beloved by his pope's predecessor, Pope Gregory IV. Leo became a curia when Pope Gregory IV reigned. Leo was also loved by Pope Sergius II who died in 847. Leo was made a cardinal priest by Pope Sergius II.
After Pope Sergius II died, Leo was elected pope known as Pope Leo IV. When elected pope, Pope Leo IV repaired the city walls and built walls around the Vatican. People call it the City of Leonine to honor the services of Pope Leo IV.
The walls have been damaged during the Saracens attack. Pope Leo IV wanted to prevent Saracen's attacks from recurring and fortify the city with walls.
He formed an alliance against the Saracens who defeated them at the Battle of Ostia in 849. In 846, Saracens invaded Rome and destroyed the walls that surrounded the city.
Pope Leo IV also noticed the church building by beautifying churches and bringing many relics to Rome. He started a program of renewal for the clergy.
In 853 he held a synod attended by all the Roman priests. He established 42 rules to help the priests live in prayer, more diligently and joyfully.
But some are against what Pope Leo IV does, they do not want to change his way of life. Pope Leo IV gets scorned but he remains fair, patient, and humble.
Pope Leo IV dedicates himself to Jesus and His Church. He loves liturgical prayers and encourages the development of singing and liturgical music.
He continued to serve the Church joyfully until the end of his life on 17 July 855. The Church celebrates St Leo IV's party every July 17th.
He is known as a beloved by his pope's predecessor, Pope Gregory IV. Leo became a curia when Pope Gregory IV reigned. Leo was also loved by Pope Sergius II who died in 847. Leo was made a cardinal priest by Pope Sergius II.
After Pope Sergius II died, Leo was elected pope known as Pope Leo IV. When elected pope, Pope Leo IV repaired the city walls and built walls around the Vatican. People call it the City of Leonine to honor the services of Pope Leo IV.
The walls have been damaged during the Saracens attack. Pope Leo IV wanted to prevent Saracen's attacks from recurring and fortify the city with walls.
He formed an alliance against the Saracens who defeated them at the Battle of Ostia in 849. In 846, Saracens invaded Rome and destroyed the walls that surrounded the city.
Pope Leo IV also noticed the church building by beautifying churches and bringing many relics to Rome. He started a program of renewal for the clergy.
In 853 he held a synod attended by all the Roman priests. He established 42 rules to help the priests live in prayer, more diligently and joyfully.
But some are against what Pope Leo IV does, they do not want to change his way of life. Pope Leo IV gets scorned but he remains fair, patient, and humble.
Pope Leo IV dedicates himself to Jesus and His Church. He loves liturgical prayers and encourages the development of singing and liturgical music.
He continued to serve the Church joyfully until the end of his life on 17 July 855. The Church celebrates St Leo IV's party every July 17th.
Catholicscope - Gua Maria Sendangsono or Maria Sendangsono Cave is one of the religious tourism in Banjaroyo Village, Kalibawang District, Kulon Progo Regency, DI Yogyakarta. Gua Maria Sendangsono is located in the Parish of St Maria Lourdes Promasan, northwest of Yogyakarta.
This cave have the name of Maria Lourdes Cave or Gua Maria Lordes. This famous cave of Virgin Mary is crowded with pilgrims from all over Indonesia in May and October.
In addition to praying, in general the pilgrims take water from the water source in there. They believe that the water can cure various diseases.
The atmosphere of silence and beautifully graced Maria Sendangsono Cave. Large trees shaded and streams split into this pilgrimage. This atmosphere is suitable for pilgrims who want to be silent and pray in Gua Maria Sendangsono.
A long time a go, Sendangsono is a spring that is often used by monks who will make a pilgrimage to the Borobudur Temple. Sendangsono means spring near angsana tree (sono). There is indeed a spring that is shaded by large angsana trees.
Pilgrims can pray under this angsana tree overlooking the cave of Mary. Sendangsono is known as a place of Catholic pilgrimage since the arrival of Father Franciscus Georgius Josephus Van Lith or better known as Father Van Lith and the baptism of 171 people from the Kalibawang area in Sendangsono.
This baptism took place in 1904 by using spray water. The location of the baptism that we now know as the Gua Maria Sendangsono.
Place of pilgrimage Sendangsono now has been arranged to be more slick. Development is done in the complex Sendangsono Maria Cave with a blend of typical Javanese architecture that utilizes wood and bamboo and modern architecture.
In addition to praying in the cave of Mary, pilgrims can do Jalan Salib to commemorate the passion of Jesus. Pilgrims can also remember the early baptisms in Sendangsono through reliefs in the main chapel of the compound of this pilgrimage site.
There is also the Chapel of the Virgin Mary and the Chapel of the Apostles. Near the Chapel of Our Lady, there is the tomb of Barnabas Sarikromo, one of the citizens who was baptized in 1904. Barnabas Sarikromo became the first catechist in the Kalibawang area.
Pilgrims who come to the Gua Maria Sedangsono are not only Catholics, but also people of other faiths. This place of pilgrimage is open to anyone, as long as it remains a calm there.
This cave have the name of Maria Lourdes Cave or Gua Maria Lordes. This famous cave of Virgin Mary is crowded with pilgrims from all over Indonesia in May and October.
In addition to praying, in general the pilgrims take water from the water source in there. They believe that the water can cure various diseases.
The atmosphere of silence and beautifully graced Maria Sendangsono Cave. Large trees shaded and streams split into this pilgrimage. This atmosphere is suitable for pilgrims who want to be silent and pray in Gua Maria Sendangsono.
A long time a go, Sendangsono is a spring that is often used by monks who will make a pilgrimage to the Borobudur Temple. Sendangsono means spring near angsana tree (sono). There is indeed a spring that is shaded by large angsana trees.
Pilgrims can pray under this angsana tree overlooking the cave of Mary. Sendangsono is known as a place of Catholic pilgrimage since the arrival of Father Franciscus Georgius Josephus Van Lith or better known as Father Van Lith and the baptism of 171 people from the Kalibawang area in Sendangsono.
This baptism took place in 1904 by using spray water. The location of the baptism that we now know as the Gua Maria Sendangsono.
Place of pilgrimage Sendangsono now has been arranged to be more slick. Development is done in the complex Sendangsono Maria Cave with a blend of typical Javanese architecture that utilizes wood and bamboo and modern architecture.
In addition to praying in the cave of Mary, pilgrims can do Jalan Salib to commemorate the passion of Jesus. Pilgrims can also remember the early baptisms in Sendangsono through reliefs in the main chapel of the compound of this pilgrimage site.
There is also the Chapel of the Virgin Mary and the Chapel of the Apostles. Near the Chapel of Our Lady, there is the tomb of Barnabas Sarikromo, one of the citizens who was baptized in 1904. Barnabas Sarikromo became the first catechist in the Kalibawang area.
Pilgrims who come to the Gua Maria Sedangsono are not only Catholics, but also people of other faiths. This place of pilgrimage is open to anyone, as long as it remains a calm there.
1. Saint John Bosco
Saint John Bosco also known as Don Bosco, Giovanni Boscow, Giovanni Melchior Bosco or John Melchoir Bosco.
John Bosco is son of Francesco and Margaret Bosco. He is Was born on 16 August 185 at Becchi, Piedmont, Italy.
Two years after the birth of John Bosco, his father died. So he's just with his mother. John Bosco came from family poor, but his mom teach him to always pray to God for every single day.
In his childhood, John Bosco passed through the bitter experiences of poverty that plagued his family. At age 20, John Bosco decided to continue his education at the Chieri Seminary. nd June 5, 1841 John Bosco was ordained a priest by the bishop of Turin.
During his ministry in the world, John Bosco is known as the father of young people. One morning this father meet a young people in the sacrament room when he want to lead the mass.
Since the day, the young people who comes to him multiply every single day. He always embracing young people who doesn't have residence.
Because of love, he founded a special community for young people from rough laborers, poor people and some young people who want to be his students.
Yohanes Bosco died on 31 January 1888 at Turin, Italy. Canonized 1 April 1934 by Pope Pius XI. Catholic church take him as patron of young peoples.
2. Saint Aloysius Gonzaga
Aloysius Gonzaga is also believed to be the patron of young Catholics. The piety of his life can be an example for young people.
The economy state of the Aloysius Gonzaga family isn't same as the life of St. John Don Bosco. Aloysius Gonzaga came from a military family.
Aloysius Gonzaga was born on 9 March 1568 in the family castle of Castiglione delle Stiviere in Mantua, Lombardy, Italy.
When he was 16 th, he decide to be Jesuit priest.His father don't agree with that choice, because he wanted Aloysius Gonzaga to be a military.
In early 1591, there was a disease of plague and famine who attacking the Italians. Aloysius Gonzaga wholeheartedly assisted those who were attacked by the plague. He takes care of their daily lives and prepares them to receive the sacrament.
Aloysius Gonzaga served the plague sufferers sincerely until he was infected by the plague and died at a very young age.
Died on 20-21 June 1591 at Rome, Italy and canonized by the Roman Catholic Church at 31 December 1726 by Pope Benedict XIII. We celebrate it on 21 June.
3. Saint Carolus Lwanga
Saint Carolus Lwanga is also known as Charles Lwanga atau Karoli Lwanga.Released from www.catholicsaints.info, the figure of Carolus Lwanga also are set as protectors of young Catholics.
Carolus Lwanga was born in 1865 in Bulimu and died in a sadistic way. He was burned alive by the executioner in the Mwanga persecution.
Charles Lwanga is known as a religious teacher. He always taught the servants of the Mwanga king who wanted to become a Catholic and then he baptized them.
What did Charles Lwanga, was known by the king. Mwanga king very angry. Finally, Charles Lwanga with most of the 22 Ugandan martyrs were killed on 3 June 1886. On 18 October 1964 Carolus Lwanga canonized by Pope Paul VI at Rome, Italy and emorial on 3 June.
That is the 3 patron saints of young Catholics who can inspiring us our life. Hope this work for you guys.
Catholicscope - “I ask you to keep faith with great care, seek harmony, persevere in prayer, remember me always, so that Christ may bestow freedom on His suffering Church throughout the world.”
Thus one of the expressions of Saint Eusebius of Vercelli. He is known as one of the saints who dare to defend the truth, even though life is at stake.
Saint Eusebius of Vercelli was born on the island of Sardinia, Italy, in 283. His parents were devout and pious Christians. Her father died when Eusebius was a child. The father was known to die as a martyr.
Since his father died, his mother took Eusebius to Rome. Eusebius is active in the Christian community. He became Lector and minister of the priest.
Eusebius was called to serve the people of Rome. He continued his studies to Vercelli, Northern Italy. In 340, he was chosen as the first bishop of Vercelli. Bishop Eusebius and some of his priests lived an ordinary life in the monastic lifestyle of the monks. His priests are well prepared to grow in the spiritual life.
At that time, the Arian heresy was widespread. Many people get confused and think the heresy is true. Emperor Constantius was also an Arian heretic, he wanted everyone to side with him.
The bishops who did not submit to him were banished from their dioceses. One of them was St Athanasius who was banished in 355. Eusebius was present at the Milan Session condemning St Athanasius. However, Eusebius did not want to vote to oppose Atanasius.
Because of that, Eusebius was banished to Palestine. In the beginning, a kind-hearted man gave him a lift as a distinguished guest at his home.
However, this good man died and the Arian heretics kidnapped the bishop. They molested him, dragged him on the streets, and locked him in a small room for four days.
When the envoys from the Diocese of Vercelli demanded that the bishop be released and returned to his place of origin, the demands were fulfilled. However, Bishop Eusebius was tortured and persecuted again. When Constantius died in 361, the next emperor allowed the exiled bishops to return to their diocese.
Saint Eusebius was a valiant advocate of truth. He is willing to risk his life in defense of the truths such as St Athanasius and St Meletius. Saint Eusebius of Vercelli is believed to be one of the contributors in the preparation of the “Athanasian Creed”.
This creed is one of the most valuable creeds in which all of what we believe to be Catholic. After being released, Bishop Eusebius spent his life in Vercelli. Saint Eusebius died on August 1, 371. The church celebrates the memorial to Saint Eusebius of Vercelli every August 2nd.
Thus one of the expressions of Saint Eusebius of Vercelli. He is known as one of the saints who dare to defend the truth, even though life is at stake.
Saint Eusebius of Vercelli was born on the island of Sardinia, Italy, in 283. His parents were devout and pious Christians. Her father died when Eusebius was a child. The father was known to die as a martyr.
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Since his father died, his mother took Eusebius to Rome. Eusebius is active in the Christian community. He became Lector and minister of the priest.
Eusebius was called to serve the people of Rome. He continued his studies to Vercelli, Northern Italy. In 340, he was chosen as the first bishop of Vercelli. Bishop Eusebius and some of his priests lived an ordinary life in the monastic lifestyle of the monks. His priests are well prepared to grow in the spiritual life.
At that time, the Arian heresy was widespread. Many people get confused and think the heresy is true. Emperor Constantius was also an Arian heretic, he wanted everyone to side with him.
The bishops who did not submit to him were banished from their dioceses. One of them was St Athanasius who was banished in 355. Eusebius was present at the Milan Session condemning St Athanasius. However, Eusebius did not want to vote to oppose Atanasius.
Because of that, Eusebius was banished to Palestine. In the beginning, a kind-hearted man gave him a lift as a distinguished guest at his home.
However, this good man died and the Arian heretics kidnapped the bishop. They molested him, dragged him on the streets, and locked him in a small room for four days.
When the envoys from the Diocese of Vercelli demanded that the bishop be released and returned to his place of origin, the demands were fulfilled. However, Bishop Eusebius was tortured and persecuted again. When Constantius died in 361, the next emperor allowed the exiled bishops to return to their diocese.
Saint Eusebius was a valiant advocate of truth. He is willing to risk his life in defense of the truths such as St Athanasius and St Meletius. Saint Eusebius of Vercelli is believed to be one of the contributors in the preparation of the “Athanasian Creed”.
This creed is one of the most valuable creeds in which all of what we believe to be Catholic. After being released, Bishop Eusebius spent his life in Vercelli. Saint Eusebius died on August 1, 371. The church celebrates the memorial to Saint Eusebius of Vercelli every August 2nd.
He came from a French noble family and got a good education. He was educated in Reims, France. Later he assumed the duties as a deacon and an expert in Church Law in Reims.
In 1070, Eudes entered the Cluni Monastery. He made his vows as monks of the Order of St Benedict (OSB). Then he was sent to Rome to serve Pope Gregory VII, as assistant to the Pope.
The Pope was impressed with Eudes and raised him to Cardinal-Bishop Ostia. In fact he was appointed as Chief Counselor and Assistant of the Holy See. Then the Pope assigned him as the Apostolic Delegate in France and Germany (1082-1085).
The proximity and loyalty of Eudes to the Holy See makes it a strong candidate for the Pope. But after returning from Germany to Rome, the new Pope has reigned. Cardinal-Imam of St. Caecilia, Desiderius, who included a close circle of Pope Gregory VII was elected pope by the name of Viktor III (1085- 1088).
Pope Viktor III was soon on the throne, he died. Cardinals and bishops gathered to elect a new Pope. Eudes was elected Pope on 12 March 1088.
Eudes chose the name Urban II. He continued his reform policy by Pope Gregory VII. During his pontificate, Pope Urban II sought to address the ecclesiastical discipline, both among clergy and laymen. He went around to hold a synod.
He also fought to establish the authority of the Holy See by excommunication and expulsion of Clement III antiphas.
Aside from being a Church reformer, Pope Urban II is also known as the Pope of the Crusades. Pope Urbanus II's decision on the Crusade won the support of bishops, nobles, and the public.
Thousands of nobles and knights flocked to the resolve to fight Jerusalem and its surroundings from Turkish troops.
Pope Urban II rekindled the spirit of the crusading army. He also traveled from city to city to call for war. To mobilize troops, he sent the bishops of letters. The First Crusade waves occurred in 1096-1099.
Pope Urban II died on July 29, 1099. Every date of his death, the people of Rome recalled and respected him. On July 14, 1881, Pope Urban II was beatified after his beatifying process was authorized by Pope Leo XIII.
Catholicscope - Saint Brigitta of Sweden or St Bridget of Sweden was born in Vadstena, Sweden in 1303. Since childhood, she was diligent in attending mass and attentively listening to sermons.
Especially if the pastor preaches the passion and death of Jesus. Brigitta has a strong devotion to the Passion of Jesus.
At the age of 14 Brigitta was married to 18-year-old Ulf. Like Brigitta, Ulf also has the spirit to serve God.
The couple were blessed with eight children, one of whom was later known as St Catherine of Sweden. Brigitta and Ulf worked in the Swedish royal palace. Brigitta is a queen accompanist.
Brigitta tried to help King Magnus and Queen Blanche to live better, even though they did not listen to his advice.
Throughout his life, Brigitta received a gift of appearances and special messages from God. He also met leaders and important people in the Church to convey God's message.
After her husband died, Brigitta left her luxurious life. She distributed his wealth to his children and the poor.
Saint Brigitta chose to live as a poor nun. Later, Brigitta formed the Order of the Redeemer known as the Brigittin Order.
Saint Brigitta continues to do good deeds of service by traveling to various places. Jesus continued to reveal many secrets to Saint Brigitta. Despite this privilege, Brigitta remained humble.
In 1371, Saint Brigitta made a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. At that time, Brigitta received sightings of what Jesus had said and done in those places.
After returning to Italy, Saint Brigitta suffered severe illness. On July 23, 1373, Saint Brigitta died in Rome at the age of 71. She was buried at the Poor Klaris Monastery St Laurensius at Panisperna. The following year, the body of Saint Brigitta was transferred to Vadstena monastery in Sweden.
All the revelations and messages Jesus sent to Saint Brigitta about the Passion of Jesus were published after Brigitta's death in Rome.
One of them is the 15 prayers and promises of Jesus to Saint Brigitta from Sweden. She was canonized by Pope Boniface IX in 1391. The church celebrated the celebration for Saint Brigitta every July 23.
Especially if the pastor preaches the passion and death of Jesus. Brigitta has a strong devotion to the Passion of Jesus.
At the age of 14 Brigitta was married to 18-year-old Ulf. Like Brigitta, Ulf also has the spirit to serve God.
Brigitta tried to help King Magnus and Queen Blanche to live better, even though they did not listen to his advice.
Throughout his life, Brigitta received a gift of appearances and special messages from God. He also met leaders and important people in the Church to convey God's message.
After her husband died, Brigitta left her luxurious life. She distributed his wealth to his children and the poor.
Saint Brigitta chose to live as a poor nun. Later, Brigitta formed the Order of the Redeemer known as the Brigittin Order.
Saint Brigitta continues to do good deeds of service by traveling to various places. Jesus continued to reveal many secrets to Saint Brigitta. Despite this privilege, Brigitta remained humble.
In 1371, Saint Brigitta made a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. At that time, Brigitta received sightings of what Jesus had said and done in those places.
After returning to Italy, Saint Brigitta suffered severe illness. On July 23, 1373, Saint Brigitta died in Rome at the age of 71. She was buried at the Poor Klaris Monastery St Laurensius at Panisperna. The following year, the body of Saint Brigitta was transferred to Vadstena monastery in Sweden.
All the revelations and messages Jesus sent to Saint Brigitta about the Passion of Jesus were published after Brigitta's death in Rome.
One of them is the 15 prayers and promises of Jesus to Saint Brigitta from Sweden. She was canonized by Pope Boniface IX in 1391. The church celebrated the celebration for Saint Brigitta every July 23.
