Life in Christ: Catechism #2156
The sacrament of Baptism is conferred "in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." In Baptism, the Lord's name sanctifies man, and the Christian receives his name in the Church. This can be the name of a saint, that is, of a disciple who has lived a life of exemplary fidelity to the Lord. The patron saint provides a model of charity; we are assured of his intercession. The "baptismal name" can also express a Christian mystery or Christian virtue. "Parents, sponsors, and the pastor are to see that a name is not given which is foreign to Christian sentiment."
One Minute Meditations
You Can!
By yourself, if you don't count on grace, you can do nothing worthwhile, for you would be cutting the link which connects you with God.
With grace, on the other hand, you can do all things.
– St. Josemaria Escriva, The Forge, #321
Reflections from the Saints
Whoever wishes to carry the cross for his sake must take up the proper weapons for the contest, especially those mentioned here. First, diligence; second, distrust of self; third, confidence in God; fourth, remembrance of Passion; fifth, mindfulness of one's own death; sixth, remembrance of God's glory; seventh, the injunctions of Sacred Scripture following the example of Jesus Christ in the desert.
– St. Catherine of Bologna
Saint of the Day
St. Casimir (1458-1484)
Casimir was a grand-duke of Lithuania. He lived an ascetic life and remained celibate, despite pressure to marry. Elected King of Hungary, he refused to exercise the power. He lived a virtuous life amidst a sinful court.
Scripture Verse of the Day
For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ.
