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It's a Feria, 4th Class, with the color of Green. In this episode: the meditation: "The Miracle of Faverney", today's news from the Church: "When Le Barroux Tries to Correct Bishop Schneider", a preview of the Sermon: "Smooth Sailing: The Gifts of the Holy Ghost", 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 Miracle of Faverney" — Eastertide Day by Day
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• "When Le Barroux Tries to Correct Bishop Schneider" (FSSPX.news)
  • https://fsspx.news/en/news/when-le-barroux-tries-correct-bishop-schneider-59484
  
  
• "Smooth Sailing: The Gifts of the Holy Ghost" (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 William of York was a bishop whose life was marked by trials, misunderstandings, and eventual vindication, making him a powerful example of patience and charity under suffering. He lived during the twelfth century, a time when political rivalries and ecclesiastical disputes often affected the life of the Church. Born around the year 1090 into a noble family in Yorkshire, England, William was known for his learning, kindness, and generous spirit.

In 1141, he was elected Archbishop of York, one of the most important sees in England. What should have been a joyful appointment quickly became a source of difficulty. Questions were raised about the circumstances of his election, and powerful opponents challenged his right to the office. Though William maintained his innocence and sought peace, the controversy grew, eventually leading to his removal from the archbishopric.

For several years, William endured exile and public humiliation. He could easily have become bitter or resentful, yet contemporary accounts describe him as patient and forgiving. Rather than fighting for power, he placed his trust in God and continued to live as a faithful servant of the Church. His willingness to suffer injustice without abandoning charity became one of the defining features of his life.

Eventually, the accusations against him were overturned, and William was restored as Archbishop of York. His return to the city became one of the most celebrated moments in his life. Tradition tells us that great crowds came out to welcome him, rejoicing at the return of a shepherd they had long loved. According to a well-known story, the bridge crossing the River Ouse wa