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The test of a preacher is that his congregation goes away saying not What a lovely sermon but I will do something!

St. Francis de Sales

The test of a preacher is that his congregation goes away saying not What a lovely sermon but I will do something!

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About St. Francis de Sales

Francis de Sales, C.O., O.M. (French: François de Sales; Italian: Francesco di Sales; 21 August 1567 – 28 December 1622) was a Savoyard Catholic prelate who served as Bishop of Geneva and is a saint of the Catholic Church. He became noted for his deep faith and his gentle approach to the religious divisions in his land resulting from the Protestant Reformation. He is known also for his writings on the topic of spiritual direction and spiritual formation, particularly the Introduction to the Devout Life and the Treatise on the Love of God.