EPISODE · Oct 20, 2025 · 37 MIN
Saint Paul of the Cross: Founder, Mystic, and the Fire that Shaped the Passionists
from Super Saints Podcast · host Brother Joseph Freyaldenhoven
Send us Fan MailA burning vision turned into a rule, a retreat, and a mission that kept the memory of Christ’s Passion alive. We trace Saint Paul of the Cross from family sorrow to mystical fire, from public preaching to tender letters, and the hard-won recognition of the Passionists.• early life in Ovada and family grief• youthful asceticism and vivid mystical visions• Marian mandate to found a congregation• drafting a demanding rule on Mount Argentario• founding the first Passionist retreat and its rhythm• parish missions, vivid preaching, and public penance• hours in confession as a hospital for souls• pushback from church authorities and secular skeptics• letters of consolation to the sick and sorrowing• final years in Rome and papal recognition of the orderBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to youExplore our media, grab our books, DVDs, and digital content on saints and Eucharistic miraclesJoin a pilgrimage, walk the sacred paths of Catholic shrines worldwide with usAttend a retreat, recharge at Holy Family Mission in ArkansasStay connectedReach out to Journeys of Faith today and start your next chapter of devotionBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemsBrowse Journeys of Faith Passionist CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsVisit our blog for full text of our podcasts https://journeysoffaith.com/blogs/eucharist-mary-saintsDownload 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 by referring a friend! When they upgrade you get $20 and so does Journeys of Faith...
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Send us Fan Mail A burning vision turned into a rule, a retreat, and a mission that kept the memory of Christ’s Passion alive. We trace Saint Paul of the Cross from family sorrow to mystical fire, from public preaching to tender letters, and the hard-won recognition of the Passionists. • early life in Ovada and family grief • youthful asceticism and vivid mystical visions • Marian mandate to found a congregation • drafting a demanding rule on Mount Argentario • founding the first Passionist ...
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