Saints Aren't Just Statues or In Stained Glass

St. Bartolo Longo was just canonized this Sunday! If you have ever despaired of your own growth in the spiritual life, or have lost hope in a loved one's goodness, read the story of this new saint in the Church. In his days of university, he grew to hate the Church, and even consecrated himself to the devil as a Satanic priest! But, by the grace and mercy of God, he got help by local Dominican priests and turned his life around! His story is a real testament not only of the great hatred we can harbor toward God the Father and His Church, but even more so the mighty healing power of God that can overcome all sin and brokeness.