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Blessed James Miller

Blessed James Miller, the ‘Ordinary’ Martyr Who Joined Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton in Heaven

Blessed James Miller and Mother Seton remind us that sanctity is hidden before it is revealed. Their quiet service and faithful witness carried them into glory.

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A Greater Love: Facing Lent with Mother Seton and Saint Scholastica

As Lent approaches, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and St. Scholastica remind us to examine our hearts and prioritize and cultivate a fervent desire for God. 

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St. Josephine Bakhita and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: Women of Great Fortitude

In giving their lives, strength, and sufferings for their daughters and sisters, sons and brothers, St. Josephine Bakhita and Mother Seton are eternally united in the life, strength, and suffering of their Beloved Lord.

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Agatha

Learning to Trust God Through Suffering with St. Agatha and Mother Seton

Following Christ is not without challenges. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and St. Agatha are examples of leaning into God’s grace to persevere and triumph in times of trial.

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St. Blaise, Mother Seton, and Meeting Jesus in Our Physical Ailments

Mother Seton was no stranger to illness and suffering within her family. By her example and through St. Blaise’s intercession, we can place our family’s health in the Lord’s hands, confident that He will bind up our wounds.

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Presentation of the Lord - Seton Shrine

Embracing the Tears and Joys of Motherhood with Mary of Nazareth and Elizabeth Ann Seton

When the Holy Family presented the infant Jesus at the temple, Mary learned that her soul would one day be pierced by a sword. Like the Blessed Mother, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s faith-filled devotion helped carry her through the pains and trials of motherhood, and can inspire us today.

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Seeing Through God’s Eyes with St. Brigid of Ireland and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Mother Seton and St. Brigid teach us that, despite our shortcomings, it’s possible to cultivate a heart that sees the infinite dignity and worth of every person, each one created in the image and likeness of God.

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Don Bosco and Mother Seton: Great Christian Educators

St. John Bosco and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton presented lessons of love and gentleness to the most vulnerable of children. Their gentle instruction inspired their respective countries through the many thousands of pupils who would be taught by the communities they founded.

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The Ever-Burning Center: Mary Ward and Mother Seton

Venerable Mary Ward and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton forged new communities of women religious devoted to apostolic action that drew their strength from prayer and the divine love of Jesus.

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