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Blessed Quote by Peter Julian Eymard

“Father Col, an intrepid defender of the Faith during the French Revolution and the pastor of Bourg-d'Oisans where these good people were married [M/M Eymard], had foretold to them that they would have a son who would become a priest and founder of the Order of the Blessed Sacrament. During the…” quote by Peter Julian Eymard
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“Father Col, an intrepid defender of the Faith during the French Revolution and the pastor of Bourg-d'Oisans where these good people were married [M/M Eymard], had foretold to them that they would have a son who would become a priest and founder of the Order of the Blessed Sacrament. During the months she bore Peter Julian, Mrs. Eymard used to visit the parish church and offer him to the hidden God of the tabernacle.”

Peter Julian Eymard

About This Quote

A prophecy foretold a son who would become a priest and founder of a religious order, emphasizing divine guidance in vocation.

In simple terms: A future priest was predicted to start a religious order.

Key Takeaway

Seek and trust divine direction in life choices.

Themes

vocation prophecy religious order faith guidance

Mood

inspirational contemplative

Type

historical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • seminary discernment
  • family prayer
  • spiritual mentorship
  • historical research

Key Concepts

divine providence calling missionary work

Questions to Reflect On

  • What role does prophecy play in modern faith decisions?
  • How can we discern genuine calling?
A Different Perspective

Prophecies can be interpreted subjectively and may not guarantee outcomes.

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