“In the midst of these torments, which usually terrify others, I am, by the grace of God, full of joy and gladness, because I am not alone – Christ is with me.”

                                         ~St. Paul Le-Bao-Tinh contemplating
                                           His impending martyrdom

For Reflection:

Hidden in the words of this passage is the great truth of the grace of martyrdom. What do you think it is? How does this quell any fears that I might have regarding its possibility in my life? Have I experienced a similar grace when I have been “under fire” for the faith? How does this increase my confidence in God?

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Chapter 1   The Annunciation

Once dressed, she began to arrange a little prayer table in the middle of the room, covering it with a blue and red cloth that was finished with long red fringe. She placed a small round cushion on the floor in front of the table and knelt down. Letting the veil fall over her face, she crossed her hands over her breast and began to fervently pray. At one point, her face lifted toward heaven as she pleaded for God to send the promised Messiah. For a long time she knelt like this until she finally lowered her head.