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May 19 – St Theophilus of Corte

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Franciscan reformer. Born Biagio Arrighi at Corte, Corsica, Italy, he entered the Franciscans and took the name Theophilus in 1693. He was ordained at Naples, taught at Civitella, and then embarked upon a mission to promote the faith in Corsica and Italy while encouraging his fellow Franciscans to observe with zealthe rules of the order. He was canonized in 1930.

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Exploring the Legacy of JPII

admin — Thu, 17 May 2012 15:00:16 +0000

Mother Bernadette was blessed to read at the beatification of Blessed John Paul II in Rome

Today marks 92 years since Blessed John Paul II came into the world, and thank God for the amazing gift He has given us through this man! In celebration of this occasion we are thrilled to announce the launch of Living the Legacy, a new series exploring Blessed John Paul II’s legacy and charisms. The series has been prepared by the very first JPII Sister, Mother Bernadette Pike.

We caught up with Mother Bernadette recently to talk about her vocation, the great gift God has given us through JPII, and the new series to launch soon on Cradio.

Listen to our interview with Mother Bernadette

May 18 – Pope St. John I

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Pope from 523 to 526. He was a native of Siena near Chiusdino, and was very frail by the time he was elected to the papacy.

He was imprisoned at Ravenna, where he died of neglect and ill treatment. His body was transported to Rome and buried in the Basilica of St. Peter.

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Lumen Verum: Our Lady & Liturgy

admin — Thu, 17 May 2012 14:05:19 +0000

A May 2008 Lumen Verum Apologetics lecture by Fr. Mark de Battista on the topic: “Our Lady at the Heart of the Liturgy”.

Fr. Mark discusses looks at how Our Lady is at the heart of worship of God; and how her life is a lesson for us in discipleship of Christ, which is reflected in the liturgy.

Fr Mark is a former Assistant Priest at St. Paul’s Parish, Camden; but is now studying at the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome.

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Time out with Patrick Madrid

admin — Thu, 17 May 2012 06:00:50 +0000

Popular Catholic author and apologist Patrick Madrid is Australia-bound thanks to Sydney’s Catholic Adult Education Centre and Mustard Seed Bookshop.

We caught up with him recently to talk about his work, how he started out as an apologist, how to defend the faith and more.

Listen to the interview

For details on the upcoming tour, visit patrickmadridlive.com, or stay connected via the official Facebook page for the tour.

You can also find out more about Patrick at patrickmadrid.com

See you at the tour!

May 17 – St. Paschal Baylon

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Franciscan lay brother and mystic. Born to a peasantfamily at Torre Hermosa, in Aragon, on Whitsunday, he was christened Pascua in honor of the feast. According to accounts of his early life, Paschal labored as a shepherd for his father, performed miracles, and was distinguished for his austerity. He also taught himself to read. Receiving a vision which told him to enter a nearby Franciscan community, he became a Franciscan lay brother of the Alcantrine reform in 1564, and spent most of his life as a humble doorkeeper.

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Q&A with Bishop Julian: Episode 21

admin — Wed, 16 May 2012 14:05:10 +0000

“Where is that in The Bible?” When this is asked of Catholics, at times it may be a genuine inquiry about a reference in Scripture, but at others it may be more of a challenge to Catholic Tradition.

Yet how do Catholics approach Sacred Scripture, and what role does it play in the Faith? Is Scripture the sole source of revelation? Do Catholics reject The Bible in forming their faith? Do Catholics need to know Scripture, and if so, how can they engage better with Scripture? Bishop Julian answers these questions, and more!

If you have a question for Bishop Julian, he’s just a phone call or an email away: Cradio’s number is +612 8005 1530, and our email: askcradio@cradio.org.au. And of course you can always contact us on Facebook too.

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May 16 – St. Margaret of Cortona

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Sometimes called ‘The Second Magdalene’, a penitent of the third order of St. Francis.

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May 15 – St. Isidore the Farmer

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A Spanish day laborer known for his goodness toward the poor and animals. He is the Catholic patron saint of farmers and of Madrid.

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6th Sunday of Easter

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Homily by Fr David Callaghan MGL, recorded live at St Benedict’s parish in Canberra. For more information about the Missionaries of God’s Love, go to www.mglvocation.org

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