St John of the Cross - Patron
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Channel: Salt + Light Media · 2011 · Entertainment
Baptismal Name: John de Yepes Birth: June 24, 1542, Fontiveros, Spain Feast Day: December 14th Title in the Church: Doctor of Mystical Theology Known for: reforming the male branch of the Discalced Carmelites, Relationship to a saint: spiritual son of and spiritual director to St. Teresa of Avila Main works: The Ascent of Mt. Carmel, The Dark Night, The Living Flame of Love, The Spiritual Canticle Patron Saint of: contemplative life, mystical theology, mystics and Spanish poets Imitate the saint: Reach union of God through prayer, don't settle for mediocrity, cling to God in the face of persecution and never back down, turn every suffering into an opportunity to grow in holiness, don't be afraid of the tasks entrusted to you, trust in the guidance of Our Blessed Mother. Did you know? St. John of the Cross was taken prisoner by his own brothers in the very order he was working to reform in December 4, 1577. He was taken to an ancient monastery in Toledo where he kept silent under the false accusations, deprived of celebrating Mass, tortured and beaten by his fellow friars. At the night of August 16, 1578, by the inspiration and guidance of Our Blessed Mother, he made an incredible escape from the monastery and found refuge in the convent of St. Teresa of Avila.
