He is a patron of apple orchards, intestinal disorders, seminarians and seminaries. Quite a diverse grouping.
St. Charles Borromeo is described in a biography as being shy, unattractive, having a big nose, and spoke with dreadful stammer. In the eyes of the world he was not the first choice; he would be the kid chosen last at recess. Yet, in the eyes of God his souls was to burn with the divine flame of love, spending his life with great zeal for the gospel.
This fact, in itself, should give us a pause when we find our selves judging who and what God can use to further his kingdom.
The state of one's soul is by far the more to be concerned with than outer looks.
St. Charles Borromeo would remind every one that we should never "ask what is the safest bet, but what is the will of God."
Life is no more than the swift passing reflection on the changeless mirror of eternity and men who burn with love of God wear out their mortal sheath before old age dulls their mind and spirit.
He would say, "be mindful of others, but never forgetful of self."
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