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May 26th: Humor and Mercy

May 26, 2016 By admin

“Cheerfulness strengthens the heart and makes us persevere in a good life. Therefore the servant of God ought always to be in good spirits.”

St. Philip Neri (1515-1595) – patron saint of joy

Today is the Feast of St. Philip Neri, the “humorous saint”.  I think our troubled world has a hunger for humor, as was seen this past week with the viral video made by “Chewbacca Mom” who purchased a Chewbacca mask and her infectious laughter brought joy to so many they had to share it with others.  I think God had plans for Candace Payne, as her video touched many and she is using her fame to share that her Christian faith is the source of her joy. (see link below for Lessons on Christian Vocation from ‘Chewbacca Mom’).  Humor can be the salve that helps bring comfort and mercy to those in need.  Let us ask St. Philip Neri to help us bring joy, humor, and laughter to others.

Prayer to St. Philip Neri 

Saint Philip Neri, we take ourselves far too seriously most of the time. Help us to add humor to our perspective — remembering always that humor is a gift from God.  Amen

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In our modern times, Fr. James Martin, S.J. wrote a great book about how Holy people use humor and joy to grow in our faith.  Between Heaven and Mirth: Why Joy, Humor, and Laughter Are at the Heart of the Spiritual Life (2011, Harper One)

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Video: “A Jesuit, a Franciscan, a Dominican, and a Benedictine are driving to a theology conference…” (Fr. James Martin, S.J.)


LINKS

Lessons on Christian Vocation from ‘Chewbacca Mom’  (Acton Institute)

St. Philip Neri – Saint of the Day (American Catholic)

Catholic Humor (John Clem, O.F.S. – Call To Holiness) – a collection of Catholic Humor

St. Philip Neri and Spirit of Holy Fools (Word On Fire)

 

 

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