On this day in 1840, St. Marcellin went to his eternal reward in the presence of the brothers who gathered around his bed to pray the rosary. As they sang the Salve Regina, he breathed his last. We can imagine the emotion at that moment, when so much loved was felt for this beloved man of God. The impact of his life more than outweighs his talents, demonstrating again, that superior intelligence and other gifts, do not replace a deep, determined faith and an absolute trust in God and in other people. Perhaps, however, the most striking characteristic of St. Marcellin is that heart of his, "the knew no bounds." His passion for making Jesus known and loved influenced all did, whether it was his dealings with the brothers or the students in their care. It pushed him forward in times of trial and resistance, in times of ridicule and even ill health. He loved largely, so much so that he saw the whole world too small to contain the love that filled his heart and overflowed to others. He stands as a giant, though his humility, simplicity and modesty kept him with reach of all, and capable of relating to everyone, even his enemies. His love begets love, and we who follow his simple path find ourselves impassioned with the same desire to carry on his vision 171 years after his death. Let us pray for all those touched by his spirit and pray that his followers, lay and consecrated, grow in numbers until, indeed they fill the world.
Bro. Rene
P.S. An apology on my short entry before I left for Wheeling..Pentecost is NEXT Sunday.
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