In the lives of the saints, heroic virtue and the transformative power of God's grace is on display. In this episode of FORMED Now, Dr. Ben Akers, joined by Taylor Kemp, discusses the life of St. John Vianney, the Cure d'Ars. The patron of parish priest, St. John Vianney devoted himself to the Eucharist, the Sacrament of Confession, and devotion to Mary. Marked with a love for God, St. John Vianney serves as an example for all in the way of holiness.
Travel to 19th century France and the village church of Ars to witness the inspiring sermons and intimate prayers of Saint John Vianney, patron saint of parish priests. Born on the eve of the French Revolution, John Vianney witnessed the intense persecution of the Catholic Church and the heroism ...
Listen to the inspiring sermons and intimate prayers of Saint John Vianney (1786- 1859), patron saint of parish priests, whose piercing insights and humor continue even today to inspire conversion and repentance. Born on the eve of the French Revolution, John Vianney witnessed the intense perse...
St. John Vianney is the patron saint of all parish priests. Pope Benedict XVI has held him up as the role model to follow in the recently declared Year for Priests (2009-2010). Priests and seminarians who wish to strengthen their commitment to the priesthood as well as men who are discerning the ...
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