I ask but one thing from God, and that is that I may not depart hence except to die for His Name.
Saint Francis de Morales, written by him while in prison in Japan. He was burned to death in Nagasaki, September 10, 1622.
Saint of the Day Quote: Saint Francis de Morales
Donald R. McClarey
Cradle Catholic. Active in the pro-life movement since 1973. Father of three, one in Heaven, and happily married for 41 years. Small town lawyer and amateur historian. Former president of the board of directors of the local crisis pregnancy center for a decade.
To die for the “Name” – Jesus. What an amazing hope. Jesus: help us live this hour, this day, our entire lives, for your name and, if necessary, be ready to die for it! Help us, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen