Salesian Guild

A reflection on winter from the writing of St. Francis de Sales:

"You would like always to have spring-time or summer; but it is necessary to have a change internally, as well as externally.

In heaven, there will be a perpetual spring as to beauty, a perpetual autumn as to joy, a perpetual summer as to love.

There will be no winter there; but here, winter is required for the exercise of self-denial, and for the growth of a thousand beautiful virtues which flourish only in sterility.

Let us, then, make our little steps forward; if we have a good and resolute affection, we cannot but advance well."

–from "The Consoling Thoughts of St. Francis de Sales"

We will "make our little steps forward" with the goal of gathering in person one day soon! Stay warm and safe!

Illustration: © Michael O'Neill McGrath, OSFS www.bromickeymcgrath.com

Due to the impending winter storm, the annual gathering planned for Saturday, January 24, 2026 has been postponed.

The program with Archbishop Casey and our honorees will be rescheduled for a later date. All reservations submitted for the January 24 event will be retained for the rescheduled event.

We will announce the rescheduled date as soon as possible, and share the process for reservation changes (including cancellations and additions) at that time.

Thank you for understanding. Stay safe and warm this weekend!

We'll see you tomorrow!!!