天主教长青家园

BONAVENTURA of Potenza

Also known as Bonaventure of Potenza; Carlo Antonio; Karl Antonius Memorial 26 October Profile Friar Minor Conventual at Nocera. Home missioner in southern Italy. Noted novice master. Born 4 January 1651 of Potenza, Naples, Italy Died 26 October 1711 of natural causes while singing a psalm during a religious ecstasy Beatified 26 November 1775 by Pope Pius VI (cultus confirmed)

Bonaventure

Also known as Bonaventure of Bagnoregio; Seraphic Doctor of the Church; the Devout Doctor Memorial 15 July Profile Healed from a childhood disease by the prayers of Saint Francis of Assisi. Joined the Order of Friars Minor at 22. Studied theology and philosophy in Paris. Friend of Saint Thomas Aquinas. Doctor of Theology. Friend of King Saint Louis. General of the Franciscan Order at 35. Bishop of Albano. Cardinal. Spoke at the Council of Lyons, but died before its close. Writer. Biographer of Saint Francis. Doctor of the Church. Born 1221 at Bagnoregio, Tuscany, Italy Died 15 July 1274 at Lyon, France of natural causes Canonized 14 April 1482 by Pope Sixtus IV Name Meaning good fortune (= bona venture) Patronage bowel disorders; Cochiti Indian Pueblo; Saint Bonaventure University, New York

Works The Mind's Road to God Psalter of the blessed Virgin Mary Journey of the Mind into God; also in MicrosoftReader and MobiPocket versions

Readings A man of eminent learning and eloquence, and of outstanding holiness, he was known for his kindness, approachableness, gentleness and compassion. - Pope Gregory X on hearing of the death of Bonaventure -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mary seeks for those who approach her devoutly and with reverence, for such she loves, nourishes, and adopts as her children. - Saint Bonaventure -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When we pray, the voice of the heart must be heard more than that proceeding from the mouth. Saint Bonaventure -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Christ is both the way and the door. Christ is the staircase and the vehicle, like the "throne of mercy over the Ark of the Covenant," and "the mystery hidden from the ages." A man should turn his full attention to this throne of mercy, and should gaze at him hanging on the cross, full of faith, hope, and charity, devoted, full of wonder and joy, marked by gratitude, and open to praise and jubilation. Then such a man will make with Christ a "pasch," that is, a passing-over. Through the branches of the cross he will pass over the Red Sea, leaving Egypt and entering the desert. There he will taste the hidden manna, and rest with Christ in the sepulcher, as if he were dead to things outside. He will experience, as much as is possible for one who is still living, what was promised to the thief who hung beside Christ: "Today you will be with me in paradise." from Journey of the Mind to God by Saint Bonaventure

BONAVENTURE TORNIELLI

Also known as Bonaventure of Forli; Apostolic Preacher Memorial 31 March Profile Joined the Servite Order in 1448, and became a Bible expert, Though he was noted by his brothers for his love of comtemplative silence, he became one of the greatest Servite preachers, preaching missions throughout southern Italy and the Papal States, always on the theme of repentance; Pope Sixtus IV referred to him as the Apostolic Preacher. Served several years as vicar-general of his order. Born c.1411 in Forli, Italy Died 31 March 1491 of natural causes Beatified 1911 by Pope Saint Pius X (cultus confirmed) Prayers Oh God, who didst impart to Blessed Bonaventure, the Confessor, the grace of recalling sinners to repentence, grant we bessech thee, through his merits and intercession, that we may also weep over our sins, so that, renewed in heart and will, we may serve thee faithfully until death. Through Jesus Christ, Our Lord. Amen. Representation Servite with a scourge and a book; carrying a banner that reads A penitenza

BONAVENTURE of Miyako Also known as Bonaventure of Maeco; Bonaventure of Miako Memorial 6 February Profile Baptized as an infant, his mother died when he was a baby, and his step-mother sent him to be raised in a Buddhist monastery. When he was judged old enough, he was told about his background. To learn more, he visited the Franciscan convent at Kyoto. There he found a peace he had been looking for, and stayed to become a Franciscan tertiary. Catechist. One of the Martyrs of Nagasaki. Born at Kyoto, Japan Died crucified on 5 February 1597 at Nagasaki, Japan Beatified 14 September 1627 by Pope Urban VIII Canonized 8 June 1862 by Pope Pius IX

BONAVENTURE of Miyako Also known as Bonaventure of Maeco; Bonaventure of Miako Memorial 6 February Profile Baptized as an infant, his mother died when he was a baby, and his step-mother sent him to be raised in a Buddhist monastery. When he was judged old enough, he was told about his background. To learn more, he visited the Franciscan convent at Kyoto. There he found a peace he had been looking for, and stayed to become a Franciscan tertiary. Catechist. One of the Martyrs of Nagasaki. Born at Kyoto, Japan Died crucified on 5 February 1597 at Nagasaki, Japan Beatified 14 September 1627 by Pope Urban VIII Canonized 8 June 1862 by Pope Pius IX

Bonaventure Tolomei Memorial 27 December Profile Even as a child he showed signs of divine favours, but as he grew up he ignored them. Led a wild, dissolute and even sacriligeous life as a young man. He eventually repented and came back to the Church, and did penance for his earlier life by all the important European shrines on foot. He then returned to Siena and joined the Dominicans. Died tending plague victims in Siena. Born at Siena, Tuscany, Italy Died 1348 at Siena, Tuscany, Italy of natural causes

BONAVITA Memorial 1 March Profile Layman blacksmith. Franciscan tertiary. Known for his deep prayer life and charitable works. Died 1375 of natural causes

Isidore the Farmer

Also known as Isadore the Farmer; Isidore Bonden; Isidore of Madrid; Isidore the Laborer; Isidro Labrador Memorial 15 May Profile Pius farmer. Married to Saint Mary de la Cabeza. Their son died young; they became convinced it was the will of God that they not have children, and they lived together chastely the rest of their lives, doing good works. Accused by fellow workers of shirking his duties by attending Mass each day, taking time out for prayers, etc., Isidore claimed he had no choice but to follow the highest Master. One tale says that when his master came in the morning to chastise him for skipping work for church, he found angels plowing the fields in place of Isidore. Miracles and cures reported at his grave, in which his body remains incorruptible. Born c.1070 at Madrid, Spain Died 15 May 1130 of natural causes Beatified 2 May 1619 by Pope Paul V Canonized 12 March 1622 by Pope Gregory XV Patronage agricultural workers; death of children; diocese of Digos, Philippines; Estepona, Spain; farm workers; farmers; field hands; for rain; husbandmen; laborers; livestock; Madrid Spain; diocese of Malaybalay, Philippines; ranchers; rural communities; Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico; United States National Rural Life Conference

Bonitus Also known as Bonet of Clermont Memorial 15 January Profile Chancellor to King Sigebert III of Austrasia. Appointed governor of Marseilles by King Thierry III in 667. Bishop of Clermont in 689. He resigned the see when doubts arose about the validity of his election. Bonitus spent his later years as a holy hermit at the Benedictine abbey of Manglieu, Clermont. Pilgrim to Rome. Born Auvergne, France Died Lyons, France of natural causes while on the road returning to Clermont from Rome Canonized Pre-Congregation

ANTONY BONFADINI Memorial 1 December Profile Observant Franciscan. Missionary to the Holy Land. Born 1400 at Ferrara, Italy Died 1482 at Cotignola, diocese of Faenza, Italy Beatified 1901 (cultus confirmed)

BUONFIGLIO MONALDI

Also known as Bonfilio Monaldo Memorial 17 February Profile One of the Seven Founders of the Servants of Mary. The eldest of the Founders. First superior of the Servites, serving until 1256. Died 1 January 1261 of natural causes Canonized 1887 by Pope Leo XIII

Pierre Bonhomme

Memorial 9 September Profile Pierre was known as a pious and studious child who early felt a call to the priesthood. He entered seminary at Montfaucon in November 1818 at age 15. While a deacon he opened a school for boys. Ordained on 23 December 1827 at age 24, and served in the diocese of Cahors. France. He opened a seminary preparatory school in 1831. Founded the Children of Mary to help provide for the spiritual and mundane needs of girls in Gramat. He urged the young people in his groups and schools to visit and help the poor elderly who were effectively abandoned. He established a home for the indigent, and to staff it, founded the Congregation of Sisters of Our Lady of Calvary dedicating to teaching children, helping the poor, sick, elderly, and disabled. As part of his parish work, Pierre preached missions in the region, and became known as a excellent preacher, converting many. He had a special devotion to Our Lady of Rocamadour. Once while preaching a retreat, he completely lost his voice; through prayer to Our Lady of Rocamadour he was miraculously healed and finished the retreat. Father Pierre felt a desire to become a Carmelite, but his bishop insisted that he continue his work as a missioner, and gave him a new group of missioners to work with. Pierre obeyed, preaching until 1848 when larynx disease forced him to stop. His mission vocation over, Pierre turned his attention to the Congregation, expanding their work into care for the deaf and mute in 1854, and the mentally ill in 1856. His last years were spent in spiritual guidance of the Sisters, writing their Rule, and expanding the areas of their good works. Today the Congregation has sisters working in France, Brazil, Argentina, Guinea, Ivory Coast and the Philippines. Born 4 July 1803 in Gramat, Lot, France Died 9 September 1861 at Gramat, Lot, France Venerated 23 October 1987 by Pope John Paul II Beatified 23 March 2003 by Pope John Paul II Canonized pending

Canonized pending; if you have information relevant to the canonization of Blessed Pierre, contact: 33 Ave. Louis Mazet 46500 Gramat, FRANCE 真福的封圣仍在审核中,所以如果你有什么信息要提供的话,请写信: 33 Ave. Louis Mazet 46500 Gramat, FRANCE

Boniface

Also known as Winfrid; Wynfrith; Apostle of Germany Memorial 5 June Profile Educated at the Benedictine monastery at Exeter, England. Benedictine monk at Exeter. Missionary to Germany from 719, assisted by Saint Albinus, Saint Abel, and Saint Agatha. Destroyed idols and pagan temples, and built churches on the sites. Bishop. Archbishop of Mainz. Reformed churches in his see, and built religious houses in Germany. Ordained Saint Sola. Founded or restored the dioceses of Bavaria, Thuringgia, and Franconia. Evangelized in Holland, but was set upon by a troop of pagans, and he and 52 of his new flock, including Saint Adaler and Saint Eoban were martyred. In Saxony, Boniface encountered a tribe worshipping a Norse deity in the form of a huge oak tree. Boniface walked up to the tree, removed his shirt, took up an axe, and without a word he hacked down the six foot wide wooden god. Boniface stood on the trunk, and asked, "How stands your mighty god? My God is stronger than he." The crowd's reaction was mixed, but some conversions were begun. One tradition about Saint Boniface says that he used the customs of the locals to help convert them. There was a game in which they threw sticks called kegels at smaller sticks called heides. Boniface bought religion to the game, having the heides represent demons, and knocking them down showing purity of spirit. Born c.673-680 at Crediton, Devonshire, England Died martyred 5 June 754 at Dokkum, Freisland (modern Nederlands; interred at monastery at Fulda Patronage brewers; file cutters; diocese of Fulda, Germany; Germany; archdiocese of Saint-Boniface, Manitoba; tailors; World Youth Day Representation ax, book; fountain; fox; oak; raven; scourge; sword

Readings In her voyage across the ocean of this world, the Church is like a great ship being pounded by the waves of life's different stresses. Our duty is not to abandons ship but to keep her on her course. Let us stand fast in what is right, and prepare our souls for trial. Let us wait upon God's strengthening aid and say to him: "O Lord, you have been our refuge in all generations." Let us trust in him who has placed this burden upon us. What we ourselves cannot bear let us bear with the help of Christ. For he is all-powerful, and he tells us: "My yoke is easy, and my burden light." Let us continue the fight on the day of the Lord. The days of anguish and of tribulation have overtaken us; if God so wills, "let us die for the holy laws of our fathers," so that we may deserve to obtain an eternal inheritance with them. from a letter by Saint Boniface