Saint John Francis Regis And The Mission Field Next Door

Send us Fan MailIf you’ve ever wondered how to live a missionary life without leaving your normal responsibilities behind, Saint John Francis Regis offers a surprisingly practical answer. We follow the story of this 17th-century Jesuit priest who chose the remote roads of southern France as his “foreign mission” and helped revive faith in places worn down by war, famine, and spiritual indifference. His legacy still speaks to modern Catholics who want a stronger Catholic identity and a real way to share Christ’s love with a tired world. We talk through what made Regis so effective: a life anchored in the sacraments, long hours before the Blessed Sacrament, and a readiness to respond quickly to God’s call. His evangelization wasn’t flashy. It was personal, relational, and rooted in mercy, from preaching and catechism to reconciliation that could stretch to sixteen hours a day in the confessional. If you care about Catholic evangelization, you’ll hear why patient listening and clear truth belong together. Just as powerful is his commitment to the marginalized. Regis organized shelters for orphans, protected the vulnerable, and poured special care into ministry to women in crisis by opening safe homes and creating paths to dignified work. We also explore the opposition he faced, the sacrifices that sustained him, and the stories of miracles and conversions that point beyond him to God’s providence. Subscribe for more saint-driven Catholic inspiration, share this with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review with one way you want to live the mission this week.Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsChat with US 24/7 Ask us anything https://chatting.page/mjxs9aerrtgm3lmpndlcepmbyosntrjnDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Journeys of Faith is blessed to provide Catholic media, including podcasts and inspirational content, free of charge across multiple media platforms for viewers and listeners around the world. While access to this content remains free, there are significant and continually increasing costs associated with producing, hosting, and distributing these programs. Your support helps us continue sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith with souls everywhere. We want to reach more souls and you can help us do that by becoming a Mission Angel. Make a Donation Any AmountRefer a FriendYou can help us ...