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March 7th - St. Drausius, Bishop, Founder
died c. 674
How someone gets from one place in life to another is often fascinating. Usually, it has to do with the people one gets to know in life. They both help shape an individual and open doors to others who can help determine what happens. Such was the case with St. Drausius (or Drausin).
As a youth, he was educated at -- a community northwest of Paris -- under St. Anseric, the bishop of Soissons.
Next, Drausius was named an archdeacon by Anseric's successor, Bp. Bettolin, who saw a great deal of promise in the young man. Indeed, he thought so highly of Drausius that as Bettolin was preparing to retire -- because, he said, his election as bishop was not valid -- he recommended Drausius be selected as his successor.
As bishop, Drausius quickly built a reputation as an able administrator and an excellent preacher. Many people were said to have converted after hearing him preach. Drausius also was known for his austere way of life. It is said he fasted throughout life and, despite his poor health, compounded his suffering through voluntary mortifications.
Drausius also founded two religious communities in his diocese -- one for men, the other for women. He built a monastery along the Aisne River at Rethondes, on land he bought from Bettolin.
The convent appears to have been an even bigger endeavor. Drausius built it in Soissons with a great deal of help from Leutrude, the wife of Ebroin, mayor of the palace.
Work on Notre Dame de Soissons Church was completed in 664, when the church was dedicated. But it was obvious that it was not large enough, so Drausius built two other chapels. One was used by the abbess and the nuns in the community. The other one was reserved for sick nuns, guests and the poor, to whom they ministered. Drausius lived long enough to complete the work.
His life challenges us to consider how we carry out the work of God in our lives. While the self-disciplines he practiced seem overly severe, they invite us to consider whether we are asking enough of ourselves in prayer, service and penitential practices, particularly during this Lenten season.
This Version taken from:
http://www.thecompassnews.org/compass/2002-03-01/cnindex.htm
Saint Quote:
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is half my life. The other half consists in loving Jesus and winning souls for Him.
--Saint Mary Hermina Grivot
Bible Quote:
31. Then Jesus took unto him the twelve, and said to them: Behold, we go up to Jerusalem, and all things shall be accomplished which were written by the prophets concerning the Son of man. 32. For he shall be delivered to the Gentiles, and shall be mocked, and scourged, and spit upon: 33. And after they have scourged him, they will put him to death; and the third day he shall rise again. (Luke 18:31-33)
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Christ King of Glory (Christus Vincit)
Christ Lord of glory, Christ Prince of nations, Christ our King of kings!
Christ Jesus, hear us.
Perpetual safety and welfare to the Church of God.
Redeemer, Savior; Assist and strengthen her.
O Mary blessed Mother; Assist and strengthen her.
Joseph holy guardian; Assist and strengthen her.
Blessed Michael patron; Assist and strengthen her.
Blessed Saint Patrick; Assist and strengthen her.
All repeat: Christ Lord of glory, Christ Prince of nations, Christ our King
of kings!
Christ Jesus hear us. Life and health and blessings to Pope John Paul II our
Holy Father. Redeemer Savior, assist and strengthen him.
Blessed Peter, assist and strengthen him. King of kings.
Blessed Paul, assist and strengthen him. Christ our King, Christ our hope.
All repeat: Christ Lord of glory, Christ Prince of nations, Christ our King
of kings!
Jesus our glory, Fountain of grace and all mercy. Source of all our
blessing. Defender in battle, Strong arm of our God invincible. Our
stronghold and our exaltation. Our captain leader who has won our salvation.
Christ Jesus, our life and light eternal. To Him only is victory all praise
and jubilation. Through all the endless ages of eternity. - Amen.
Abundance of good things be ours. The peace of Christ be ours. Redeemed by
the blood of Jesus. Proclaim our joy. May His holy kingdom come. Praise be
to our God - Amen.
Ejaculation
In thy conception, O Virgin Mary, thou wast immaculate; pray for us to the
Father, whose Son, Jesus Christ conceived of the Holy Ghost, thou didst
bring forth. - Amen.
From the Lamb of God Prayer Book
died c. 674
How someone gets from one place in life to another is often fascinating. Usually, it has to do with the people one gets to know in life. They both help shape an individual and open doors to others who can help determine what happens. Such was the case with St. Drausius (or Drausin).
As a youth, he was educated at -- a community northwest of Paris -- under St. Anseric, the bishop of Soissons.
Next, Drausius was named an archdeacon by Anseric's successor, Bp. Bettolin, who saw a great deal of promise in the young man. Indeed, he thought so highly of Drausius that as Bettolin was preparing to retire -- because, he said, his election as bishop was not valid -- he recommended Drausius be selected as his successor.
As bishop, Drausius quickly built a reputation as an able administrator and an excellent preacher. Many people were said to have converted after hearing him preach. Drausius also was known for his austere way of life. It is said he fasted throughout life and, despite his poor health, compounded his suffering through voluntary mortifications.
Drausius also founded two religious communities in his diocese -- one for men, the other for women. He built a monastery along the Aisne River at Rethondes, on land he bought from Bettolin.
The convent appears to have been an even bigger endeavor. Drausius built it in Soissons with a great deal of help from Leutrude, the wife of Ebroin, mayor of the palace.
Work on Notre Dame de Soissons Church was completed in 664, when the church was dedicated. But it was obvious that it was not large enough, so Drausius built two other chapels. One was used by the abbess and the nuns in the community. The other one was reserved for sick nuns, guests and the poor, to whom they ministered. Drausius lived long enough to complete the work.
His life challenges us to consider how we carry out the work of God in our lives. While the self-disciplines he practiced seem overly severe, they invite us to consider whether we are asking enough of ourselves in prayer, service and penitential practices, particularly during this Lenten season.
This Version taken from:
http://www.thecompassnews.org/compass/2002-03-01/cnindex.htm
Saint Quote:
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is half my life. The other half consists in loving Jesus and winning souls for Him.
--Saint Mary Hermina Grivot
Bible Quote:
31. Then Jesus took unto him the twelve, and said to them: Behold, we go up to Jerusalem, and all things shall be accomplished which were written by the prophets concerning the Son of man. 32. For he shall be delivered to the Gentiles, and shall be mocked, and scourged, and spit upon: 33. And after they have scourged him, they will put him to death; and the third day he shall rise again. (Luke 18:31-33)
<><><><>
Christ King of Glory (Christus Vincit)
Christ Lord of glory, Christ Prince of nations, Christ our King of kings!
Christ Jesus, hear us.
Perpetual safety and welfare to the Church of God.
Redeemer, Savior; Assist and strengthen her.
O Mary blessed Mother; Assist and strengthen her.
Joseph holy guardian; Assist and strengthen her.
Blessed Michael patron; Assist and strengthen her.
Blessed Saint Patrick; Assist and strengthen her.
All repeat: Christ Lord of glory, Christ Prince of nations, Christ our King
of kings!
Christ Jesus hear us. Life and health and blessings to Pope John Paul II our
Holy Father. Redeemer Savior, assist and strengthen him.
Blessed Peter, assist and strengthen him. King of kings.
Blessed Paul, assist and strengthen him. Christ our King, Christ our hope.
All repeat: Christ Lord of glory, Christ Prince of nations, Christ our King
of kings!
Jesus our glory, Fountain of grace and all mercy. Source of all our
blessing. Defender in battle, Strong arm of our God invincible. Our
stronghold and our exaltation. Our captain leader who has won our salvation.
Christ Jesus, our life and light eternal. To Him only is victory all praise
and jubilation. Through all the endless ages of eternity. - Amen.
Abundance of good things be ours. The peace of Christ be ours. Redeemed by
the blood of Jesus. Proclaim our joy. May His holy kingdom come. Praise be
to our God - Amen.
Ejaculation
In thy conception, O Virgin Mary, thou wast immaculate; pray for us to the
Father, whose Son, Jesus Christ conceived of the Holy Ghost, thou didst
bring forth. - Amen.
From the Lamb of God Prayer Book
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