As I sit and have my cup of coffee with Jesus this All Saints Day, I think of the wonderful examples that the Saints have been to me. I have always had a great devotion to St. Francis, and have, for over 40 years, visited his home in Assisi. It’s a special place where I always encounter Jesus. Padre Pio has always been an inspiration to me, how he endured persecution and yet stayed faithful to Jesus. Saint John Vianney, patron of priests, did not have it easy, but reminds me that when you hear the voice of God, you must follow HIM.
So, many saints have inspired me in my journey and some of them are still living. Friends who have battled cancer and done so with a great witness and testimony, friends who overcame addictions and continue today to witness freedom, priests and religious who are still the hands to feed the poor and serve God, all are living saints! Today, we are reminded that we are called to be saints, called to endure, persevere, and embrace! In these tumultuous times, we need Saints to stand up and remind us that Jesus is ALIVE and well!
Have a great day and look around. There may be a Saint living under your own roof!