Jan 28 – S. of God Brother Juniper – Franciscan Saint of the Day
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The Life of S. of God Brother Juniper, Confessor, First Order (d. 1258) for the Franciscan Saint of the Day for Jan 28. Juniper was and early follower of St. Francis and was very humble but simple who was adept at showing the simple wisdom of God and God rewarded him with ability to do much good for the faith and souls.
Reflection is on simplicity, which is not wishing to be considered any more than what we are in the eyes of God.
We must focus on the final judgment
Ignore the judgment of people, positive or negative. This will lead to peace in this life and happiness in eternity
For more on S. of God Brother Juniper
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juniper_(friar)
- https://catholicsaints.info/saint-juniper/
Also on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cL3y_ncovFk
Read by Fr. Ignatius Manfredonia, FI from Marion Habig's 'The Franciscan Book of Saints' Revised Edition, Franciscan Herald Press, ISBN: 978-0819907516
Playlist of Franciscan Saints: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TxcAETrU_k&list=PLejh_e0-LN4wErRczZGry4TXytCZFiLCm
Ave Maria!
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