Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

A beautiful memorial that the United States celebrates during this Christmas Time, remembering Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. As I told our Catholic School students and teachers, she is a wonderful example for us and the ministry we carry out because she established Catholic Schools and a religious community of teaching sisters. Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton is also a Christmas Time saint because of how she gave herself to the will of God. We think about our Blessed Mother during this time because she said "Yes" to being the mother of God's only Son. We also think about those holy men and women who said "Yes," like St. Elizabeth Seton. One commentary states, "Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton's path took many unexpected turnings because she followed God's will rather than her own. What matters most is that the path God chose took her to him. In her obedience lay the source of the wisdom with which she taught others to follow in God's way" (Magnificat, 55-56). That statement should also matter to us because it is a way of life. We need to follow God's will in our lives for He knows what is best for us. Like our Lord said, "I have come to do, not my will, but the will of the One who sent me." The will of God is very important and it continues to unfold as we live our lives of faith, holiness, and prayer. We pray that Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton will intercede for us, help us in our faith and ministries, and guide us to always be open to the will of God in our lives. Have a blessed day!!!