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It's the Feast of St Venantius, Collects of Election of the Pope, 3rd Class, with the color of Red. In this episode: the meditation: "The Spirit of Truth", today's news from the Church: "Christians Face Rising Violence in Jerusalem", a preview of the Sermon: "What is Heaven?", and today's thought from the Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre. Have feedback or questions about the DD or our other shows? podcast@sspx.org

Sources Used Today:

• "The Spirit of Truth" — Eastertide Day by Day
  • https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day
  
  
• "Christians Face Rising Violence in Jerusalem" (FSSPX.news)
  • https://fsspx.news/en/news/jerusalem-christians-face-rising-violence-59092
  
  
• "What is Heaven?" (SSPX Sermons)
  • SSPX YouTube: Sermons Playlist
  • Listen & Subscribe: SSPX Sermons Podcast
  
  
• The Spiritual Life — Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre (Angelus Press)
  • https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop
  
  

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Saint Felix of Cantalice was a humble Capuchin lay brother whose joy, simplicity, and charity made him beloved by the people of Rome. He was born in 1515 in the small village of Cantalice, Italy, into a poor farming family. From childhood, Felix knew hard labor and simple living. He worked as a shepherd and farmhand, spending long days in the fields while developing a deep life of prayer and trust in God.

Though he had little formal education, Felix possessed a natural wisdom rooted in faith. As a young man, he became known for his honesty, humility, and cheerful spirit. Eventually, he felt called to religious life and entered the Capuchin Franciscans as a lay brother. He did not become a priest, but embraced the humble tasks assigned to him with great love.

Most of Felix’s religious life was spent in Rome, where he served as the community’s alms collector. Day after day, he walked the streets gathering food and donations for the friars and for the poor. Yet he transformed this ordinary duty into a form of apostolate. His joyful greetings, simple humor, and words about God touched many hearts. Children especially loved him, and he became a familiar and comforting figure throughout the city.

Felix was also deeply devoted to prayer and penance. Though cheerful in public, he spent long hours in contemplation and practiced hidden sacrifices. He had a tender devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and often spoke of heavenly things with remarkable simplicity.

Many holy figures of his time knew and admired him, including Philip Neri, who shared his joyful spirit and love for souls. Desp