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It's a Feria, Comm. St. George, 4th Class, with the color of White. In this episode: the meditation: "In Search of the Lost Sheep", today's news from the Church: "An Israeli Soldier Destroys a Crucifix with an Axe", a preview of the Sermon: "Doing Our Part to Form Future Priests", and today's thought from the Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre.
Have feedback or questions about the DD or our other shows? [email protected]
Sources Used Today:
- "In Search of the Lost Sheep" — Eastertide Day by Day
- https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day
- https://fsspx.news/en/news/south-lebanon-israeli-soldier-destroys-crucifix-axe-58650
- SSPX YouTube: Sermons Playlist
- Listen & Subscribe: SSPX Sermons Podcast
- https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop
Saint Adalbert of Prague was a bishop and missionary whose life was marked by both struggle and zeal, as he sought to bring the Gospel to peoples who had not yet fully received it. He was born around 956 into a noble family in Bohemia and given the name Vojtěch. As a young man, he was sent to be educated in Magdeburg, where he received the name Adalbert from his mentor, Adalbert of Magdeburg. There he was formed in both learning and faith, preparing for the role he would later take on.
Adalbert became Bishop of Prague at a relatively young age, but his mission was not an easy one. The people entrusted to his care were only recently converted, and many continued to practice pagan customs. He preached against injustice, slavery, and moral corruption, calling both leaders and ordinary people to a deeper conversion. His efforts were often met with resistance, and he found himself discouraged by the slow progress.
At one point, Adalbert withdrew from his diocese and entered monastic life in Rome, seeking peace and renewal. Yet obedience called him back to Prague, where he resumed his work despite ongoing difficulties. Eventually, after continued opposition, he was released from his duties and turned his attention to missionary work among neighboring peoples.
Adalbert traveled to regions along the Baltic, preaching to those who had not yet received the Christian faith. His zeal led him into dangerous territory, where he knew his life would be at risk. In 997, while preaching among the Prussians, he was martyred, offering his life as a witness to Christ.
The Church honors Saint Adalbert as a patron of missionaries and as one of the great apostles of Central and Eastern Europe. His life reflects both the challenges of shepherding a young Church and the courage required to proclaim the Gospel in hostile lands. His example reminds the faithful that perseverance in the face of difficulty is often the path through which God brings about lasting fruit.
Saint Adalbert of Prague, courageous missionary and faithful servant of Christ, pray for us.
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- FSSPX News Website:https://fsspx.news
- Visit the US District website:https://sspx.org/
What is the SSPX Podcast?
The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.
What is the SSPX?
The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood.
Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls.
Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it.
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It's a Feria, Comm. St. George, 4th Class, with the color of White. In this episode: the meditation: "In Search of the Lost Sheep", today's news from the Church: "An Israeli Soldier Destroys a Crucifix with an Axe", a preview of the Sermon: "Doing Our Part to Form Future Priests", and today's thought from the Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre.
Have feedback or questions about the DD or our other shows? [email protected]
Sources Used Today:
- "In Search of the Lost Sheep" — Eastertide Day by Day
- https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day
- https://fsspx.news/en/news/south-lebanon-israeli-soldier-destroys-crucifix-axe-58650
- SSPX YouTube: Sermons Playlist
- Listen & Subscribe: SSPX Sermons Podcast
- https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop
Saint Adalbert of Prague was a bishop and missionary whose life was marked by both struggle and zeal, as he sought to bring the Gospel to peoples who had not yet fully received it. He was born around 956 into a noble family in Bohemia and given the name Vojtěch. As a young man, he was sent to be educated in Magdeburg, where he received the name Adalbert from his mentor, Adalbert of Magdeburg. There he was formed in both learning and faith, preparing for the role he would later take on.
Adalbert became Bishop of Prague at a relatively young age, but his mission was not an easy one. The people entrusted to his care were only recently converted, and many continued to practice pagan customs. He preached against injustice, slavery, and moral corruption, calling both leaders and ordinary people to a deeper conversion. His efforts were often met with resistance, and he found himself discouraged by the slow progress.
At one point, Adalbert withdrew from his diocese and entered monastic life in Rome, seeking peace and renewal. Yet obedience called him back to Prague, where he resumed his work despite ongoing difficulties. Eventually, after continued opposition, he was released from his duties and turned his attention to missionary work among neighboring peoples.
Adalbert traveled to regions along the Baltic, preaching to those who had not yet received the Christian faith. His zeal led him into dangerous territory, where he knew his life would be at risk. In 997, while preaching among the Prussians, he was martyred, offering his life as a witness to Christ.
The Church honors Saint Adalbert as a patron of missionaries and as one of the great apostles of Central and Eastern Europe. His life reflects both the challenges of shepherding a young Church and the courage required to proclaim the Gospel in hostile lands. His example reminds the faithful that perseverance in the face of difficulty is often the path through which God brings about lasting fruit.
Saint Adalbert of Prague, courageous missionary and faithful servant of Christ, pray for us.
- - - - - -
Please Support this Apostolate with 1-time or Monthly Donation >>
- - - - - -
Explore more:
- Subscribe to the email version of this Devotional- it's a perfect companion!
- Subscribe to this Podcastto receive this and all our audio episodes
- Subscribe to the SSPX YouTube channelfor video versions of our podcast series and Sermons
- FSSPX News Website:https://fsspx.news
- Visit the US District website:https://sspx.org/
What is the SSPX Podcast?
The SSPX Podcast is produced by Angelus Press, which has as its mission the fortification of traditional Catholics so that they can defend the Faith, and reaching out to those who have not yet found Tradition.
What is the SSPX?
The main goal of the Society of Saint Pius X is to preserve the Catholic Faith in its fullness and purity, to teach its truths, and to diffuse its virtues, especially through the Roman Catholic priesthood.
Authentic spiritual life, the sacraments, and the traditional liturgy are its primary means of bringing this life of grace to souls.
Although the traditional Latin Mass is the most visible and public expression of the work of the Society, we are committed to defending Catholic Tradition in its entirety: all of Catholic doctrine and morals as the Church has always defended them. What people need is the Catholic Faith, without compromise, with all the truth and beauty which accompanies it.
https://sspx.org
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