One Good Man
Ever since the beginning of the Catholic Church, there have been periods of extreme trial and difficulties that have tested the faith of Christians. Yet, in the midst of such dark times, God always provides saints, holy men and women who help the Church remain on course. As St. Paul wrote in his letter to the Romans, “where sin increased, grace abounded all the more” (Romans 5:20). This should give us hope, recognizing the providence of God and how he does not leave us as orphans, but continues to guide the members of his Church to truth, beauty and goodness. When you look at the Counter Reformation, for example, you find examples of extraordinary men & women who single-handedly re-invigorated the faith. For example, St Ignatius Loyola founded the Jesuits with the aim of proclaiming the Gospel in charity and truth, placing an emphasis on interior renewal. St Philip Neri had a knack for starting up conversations and leading his listeners to consider a new and better way of life, the...