Francis de Sales was born of a noble family at Annecy, in Savoy, France. While studying in Paris at the Jesuit College of Clermont, he made a vow of chastity. He studied law at the University of Padua from 1586 to 1591, earning a Doctor’s degree. Overcoming his father’s opposition, he became a priest in 1593, and six years later was appointed coadjutor to the bishop of Geneva. In due course, he became bishop of Geneva. He was highly regarded for his wisdom and kindness. (MTR) Photo by Alex Pasarelu on Unsplash