The Pattern of Love: St. John Chrysostom and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
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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.
Patience Reaps the Harvest: Father Al and Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
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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.
The ‘Grunt Padre’ Vincent Capodanno Was the Chaplain Mothers Like St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Hope For
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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.
5 Things St. Gregory the Great and Mother Seton Had in Common
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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.
‘More Than They Could Handle’ Changed Father Walter Ciszek and Mother Seton
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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.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and St. Louis IX: Christian Leaders
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Despite the obvious differences of gender, social status, nationality and historical era, Elizabeth Ann Seton and King Louis IX of France shared a common vision based on faith. They modeled their lives on Love itself.
Mother Seton’s ‘Certain Hope’ in Mary, Assumed Into Heaven
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The Church teaches that Mary’s Assumption anticipates the resurrection and is a sign of hope and comfort for us all. In her life, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton continually relied on this certain hope, in the sure knowledge of Mary’s presence in eternity, body and soul.
The Call, the Cross, the Crown: Mother Seton and Maximilian Kolbe
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The Christian life asks of us devotion and suffering but promises to those who persevere the crown of eternal life.
Healing the American Family: Blessed Michael McGivney and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
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At a time when America needs faithful fathers and devoted mothers, these two saintly Americans provide the models we need.