Once a Bishop told this anecdote about St. John Paul II. He had an audience with him in the evening (around 7pm). He was in the room waiting for the Pope. When he entered the room, it was obvious that he was tired. He walked wearily and his face seemed very tired. So, he said […]
Alfred the Great was king of the West Saxons in England during the ninth century. The days of Alfred’s rule were not easy. His country was invaded by the Danes. The Danes won almost every battle. After many struggles, his army was broken and scattered. He also had to flee to the forest. After days
Once, a married couple was celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary (their silver wedding anniversary). They had a beautiful celebration with family, friends and co-workers. By the time everyone left, it was already late but they were finally alone and wanted to sit together for a while and talk. They started remembering different events during their
The first lighthouse was built in England near Plymouth back in the 17ths. It was built in wood. Its builder, a man called Winstanley, was very proud of it. He used to say “it is the lighthouse of Winstanley, the best architect in England.” Even more, he inscribed it on it. One night, a strong
Mark Twain says that once he met a business man. This man was telling him his project. At some point he said: before I die I will go to the Holy Land. I will go to the summit of Mount Sinai and I will read the ten commandments out loud. Mark Twain said to him:
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When St. Thomas Aquinas was about to die, his sister Theodora wanted to ask him some questions. So, she went to the Abbey where he was and asked him about many things. One of the questions she asked was: what is the secret to become a saint? St. Thomas’ answer was just one word “velle”
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John Tauler was a Dominican father who lived in the XIV century. He is a famous spiritual writer and preacher. When he was at the beginning of his Christian life, he was giving the firsts steps on the spiritual life, he was guided by God to a church. God show him that in that church
