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Tom Hoopes

St. Jerome

St. Jerome and Mother Seton Teach Us the Paradox of Christian Life

Probing the depths of our faith, we see that truth can be illuminated by some of the most confounding paradoxes. 

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Mother Seton and the Archangels — Helpers for All Seasons

The angels surround us, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton believed. God and his angelic servants are here to help us whenever we turn to them, in every season of life.

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St. Thomas of Villanova and Mother Seton: The Struggle to Do What You Should

St. Thomas of Villanova and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton show us that obedience is the path to great works, and humility is what makes all the other virtues possible.

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Venerable Francis Xavier Nguyen Van Thuan and Mother Seton witnessed to the truth that suffering, in Christ, is transformed into joy.

Learn Vietnam Hero Cardinal Van Thuan’s 10 Rules of Life With Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

Throughout the trials and hardships of their lives, Venerable Francis Xavier Nguyen Van Thuan and Mother Seton witnessed to the truth that suffering, in Christ, is transformed into joy.

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The Pattern of Love: St. John Chrysostom and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Through the strength of their words and example, St. John Chrysostom and Mother Seton teach us the meaning of Christian charity: John through his powerful preaching and advocacy for the poor, Elizabeth through her spiritual writings and works of mercy.

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Servant of God Father Aloysius Schwartz

Patience Reaps the Harvest: Father Al and Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

Venerable Aloysius Schwartz and Mother Seton gave their lives to the poor, but first gave their hearts to God’s Providence. Their desire to serve was tested again and again, and they proved faithful to the end.

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Servant of God Father Vincent Capodanno

The ‘Grunt Padre’ Vincent Capodanno Was the Chaplain Mothers Like St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Hope For

Mother Seton’s heartfelt prayer of protection for her Navy son finds an answer in the heroic witness of Servant of God Vincent Capodanno. United by faith and tested by sacrifice, they each became vessels of God’s grace for the world.

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5 Things St. Gregory the Great and Mother Seton Had in Common

5 Things St. Gregory the Great and Mother Seton Had in Common

The wisdom of the Saints transcends time and place, as we see in the lives of St. Gregory the Great and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Separated by 1,200 years, each Saint lived in tumultuous times, balancing action and contemplation in ways that are relevant in any age.

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Servant of God Walter Ciszek and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

‘More Than They Could Handle’ Changed Father Walter Ciszek and Mother Seton

Servant of God Walter Ciszek and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton were shaped by trials they did not choose. They drew closer to God by trusting in His will.

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