Join us for Day 7 of the Saints of Color Novena. Nhan Nguyen, acj, introduces us to Venerable Francis-Xavier Nguyễn Văn Thuận, a man who had great love for the Eucharist and sought to bring the peace of Christ wherever he was, including prison.
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Raised in Park Ridge, IL, Emmanuel is the second of four children. He studied at Marquette University where he was involved in campus ministry, service trips, and Greek life. He came to know the Jesuits well during this time. After graduating, Emmanuel worked as a fixed income institutional sales assistant in Milwaukee, WI before entering the Society of Jesus in 2018. He is currently pursuing an MA in Philosophy and Theology for Ministry at Saint Louis University. In addition to his studies, Emmanuel teaches catechism at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish and serves as the chaplain for the Saint Louis University baseball team.
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19 postsTalk 6: Our Lady of Guadalupe | Saints of Color Novena
Join us for Day 6 of the Saints of Color Novena! Sr. Cathy Doherty, SSND introduces us to Our Lady of Guadalupe, the patron saint of Mexico.
Day 5: St. Toribio Romo | Saints of Color Novena
Join us for Day 5 of the Saints of Color Novena! Emmanuel Arenas, SJ introduces us to Saint Toribio Romo, the patron saint of immigrants.
Day 4: Ven. Pierre Toussaint | Saints of Color Novena
Join us for Day 4 of the Saints of Color Novena! Danielle Harrison introduces us to Venerable Pierre Toussaint. His life highlights the importance of our relationship with God and each other.
Day 3: Bl. Concepción Cabrera de Armida | Saints of Color Novena
Welcome to Day 3 of the Saints of Color Novena. Esperanza Rodriguez introduces us to Blessed Concepción Cabrera de Armida, also known as “Conchita.” She is a mother and mystic who spread love and joy to others, even in the face of pain and tragedy.
Day 2: St. Josephine Bakhita | Saints of Color Novena
Welcome to Day 2 of the Saints of Color Novena. Sr. Grace Augustine, Carmel DCJ introduces us to Saint Josephine Bakhita, a woman who practiced heroic forgiveness. Today she is known as the patron saint of human trafficking.
Day 1: Venerable Augustus Tolton | Saints of Color Novena
Welcome to Day 1 of the Saints of Color Novena. Fr. Arthur Cavitt introduces us to Venerable Augustus Tolton, a man rooted in God’s purpose for his life.
The Saints of Color Novena
The Catholic Church is rich with saints and witnesses that inspire us towards holiness, righteousness, and greater charity. Join us starting February 20th for a Saints of Color Novena video series, presented by a team of lay people, priests, and religious.
Viva Cristo Rey! Blessed Miguel Pro | One-Minute Saints
Bl. Miguel Pro loved to make people laugh, but was serious enough about his faith that he risked his life to serve others. Emmanuel Arenas, SJ, reflects on his life.