Today marks the Memorial of St. Dominic, Founder of the Order of Preachers, commonly referred to as the Dominicans. Although they lived centuries apart, Dominic, 1170-1221, and Marcellin, 1789-1840, they shared much in common. Both had a driving love of our Faith, which moved them to devote their lives to sharing it, to spreading it in times when heretics or ignorance were inhibiting the establishment of the reign of God. Both founded relgious orders to carry out their mission on the premise that their preaching or teaching would be the fruit of their prayerful study and contemplation. Although they are teachers too, the Dominicans are best known for their preaching, while Marists find their renown in teaching. Both had a great devotion to Mary; St. Dominic promoted the Rosary, St. Marcellin based his congregation on a Marian, nuturing, spirituality, with her as its first superior, and bearing her name, The Little Brothers of Mary. Both accomplished much in their short lives of 51 years and left a legacy which is still full of vitality today. Finally, these men challenge us to do what we can to live our faith, be witnesses to the Gospel by our lives, and share our faith with all. Sts. Dominic and Marcellin, pray for us that we may be as bold courageous as you. Amen.
Bro. Rene
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