# Apr 28 – S Paul of the Cross

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Published: 2026-04-28T08:00:00+00:00
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It's the Feast of St. Paul of the Cross , 3rd Class , with the color of White . In this episode: the meditation: "Christian Purity", today's news from the Church: "35th Anniversary of the passing of Bishop de Castro Mayer", 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: "Christian Purity" — Eastertide Day by Day https://angeluspress.org/products/eastertide-day-by-day "35th Anniversary of the passing of Bishop de Castro Mayer" (FSSPX.news) https://fsspx.news/en/news/thirty-five-years-ago-bishop-castro-mayer-gave-his-soul-god-58753 The Spiritual Life — Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre (Angelus Press) https://angeluspress.org/products/spiritual-life-archbishop Saint Louis-Marie Grignion de Montfort was a missionary priest whose life was marked by a burning love for Jesus Christ and a profound devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. He was born in 1673 in Brittany, France, and from an early age showed a desire to belong entirely to God. After his studies and ordination to the priesthood, he chose a path of simplicity and sacrifice, embracing a life dedicated to preaching and serving the poor. Montfort traveled widely through western France, often on foot, preaching parish missions to revive the faith among the people. His sermons were direct, vivid, and deeply rooted in the truths of the Gospel. He called sinners to repentance and encouraged the faithful to live their baptismal promises with sincerity. Though his zeal attracted many, it also brought opposition. At times he was misunderstood or even rejected, yet he continued his mission with perseverance and trust in God. At the heart of his spirituality was a deep understanding of the role of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the li…

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