Saint Justin

We have begun the month of June and the Church starts the month by remembering Saint Justin. Saint Justin was a convert to the faith and he wrote many works in defense of religion. He opened a school in Rome where public debates were held. Justin was martyred along with several companions around the year 165 (Magnificat, 25). Saint Justin is a great saint to turn to in our present day as we are waging the battle in our country over Religious Liberty. Each one of us needs to do our part to defend our Religious Liberty and Freedom. There are rallys planned around the country in the weeks ahead to show support for the liberty and freedom that God has blessed us with. As Jesus says in the gospel for today, "Have faith in God. Amen, I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, 'Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,' and does not doubt in his heart but believes that what he says will happen, it shall be done for him" (Mark 11:11-26). The Lord answers our prayers and we need to have a strong faith and trust. Do not be afraid to pray! Keep those communication lines open each day with God. Do not be afraid to live your faith in the world and in your communities! Let us ask Saint Justin to intercede for us and guide us in our efforts! Saint Justin, pray for us!!!