Priest Cast

St. John Vianney seized the opportunity to learn from a seasoned priest, Msgr. Balley, the importance of prioritizing the care of our sick.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney followed Msgr. Balley's example by making engagement in his Parish one of the primary focuses of his ministry. Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

One of St. John Vianney's favorite hobbies while living with Msgr. Balley was gardening, which prepared him for nurturing the growth of souls.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney deep devotion to Our Lady and her Immaculate Heart was depicted in a small way by him placing a locket with all the names in his parish around Mary neck.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus was manifested physically on the earth.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney's vocation was finally blessed by his father at the passing of this mother.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney focuses on stretching (exercising) the Soul through prayer and presence with the Lord.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney was confirmed with his confirmation name of St John the Baptist, at 21 with 3000+ Catholics, in 1807 by the Cardinal Bishop post French Revolution.     Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney was ordained a Deacon on June 23, 1815, where he made six promises.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney prayer for the Grace to get through his Latin studies was granted but nothing more.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney visits the Church and residence of St. Regis with the intent of simply being present in a holy place.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney, in response to Msgr. Balley encouragement, sets out on a Pilgrimage to rededicate himself to his vocation.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney is brought back from the edge of abandoning his vocation by the love and encouragement of Msgr. Balley   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney though a humble man had no issue asserting his authority when necessary.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars   Links EWTN - The Cure of Ars  

St. John Vianney mentor, Msgr. Balley, had  a priority from day one of his pastorship to find and nurture all vocations.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney parents ensured that the Lord's Day carried the highest priority, even during the persecution of the church, which he carried with him the rest of his life.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

For St. John Vianney, Msgr. Balley provided a superior example of how to be a holy Priest through reverence and actions.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney learned quickly from Sr. Marie Joseph Dorthee the importance of all vocations to complete the Church Militant.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars   Links A Problem and A Paradigm | Fr. John Burns

St. John Vianney default was Charity as depicted at an early age and his desire to give everything he owned to the poor and trust in the Lord to provide.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. John Vianney understood in his adolescent years the importance of voluntary penance in the pursuit of holiness.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

St. Gertrud next to the cross. St. John Vianney parents were in his formation, specifically on this episode the importance of praying for the Souls in Purgatory.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

As a child St. Vianney ensured the home was an inviting and prayerful place for the people of God, we reflect on how important a ministry supported by example is so important.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

Our discussion today focuses on the importance of Charity in every action and how Vianney's parents were such role models for him during his formative years.   Books The Curé d'Ars The Secret of the Cure D'Ars

Today, we focus on the beauty of the Mass of Thanksgiving and the blessing of a newly ordained priest.

On the tails of Arch Indy's Ordination Mass, we discuss how the priesthood is not a reflection of but in fact is the Love of the heart of Jesus. "The priesthood is the love of the heart of Jesus. When you see a priest, think of our Lord Jesus Christ." - St. John Marie Vianney Please pray for Arch Indy's newly ordained priests: Fr. Thomas Day, Fr. Liam Hosty and Fr. Isaac Siefker!