Tag Archive for ‘courage’
February Saints
St Kuriakose Elias Chavara (1805-1871) Kuriakose Chavara was born in Kainakary, Kerala, India, and was baptised soon after. He was dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. After attending the village school, he entered the seminary in 1818 at Pallipuram and was ordained a priest in 1829. His special intention during his first Mass was realised when […]
When Frailty Hits Home
We do enjoy our own and each other’s high achievements. In sport, artistic endeavours, economic benchmarks, scientific breakthroughs, newly-married love all provide us with delight, awe and wonder, and give us a sense that all is right with the world. We’d love to think that these times of achievement and joy are available to everyone. […]