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Posted on September 12, 2026July 8, 2026

Our first and foremost concern is with the formation of the heart through the development of those religious dispositions which can make a good person and a good Christian.

How might you be an image-bearer of God today?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Letters.

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Posted on September 11, 2026July 8, 2026

Educators must be guided always by the sentiments of a heart filled with compassionate goodness.

St. Brother André Bessette, CSC, spent a life of simple hospitality. Reflect upon how you might extend hospitality to someone today who might not otherwise be seen.

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Christian Education.

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Posted on September 10, 2026July 8, 2026

I am convinced of these two truths: that the first duty of a teacher is to form Christians, and that society certainly needs people of virtue more than people of learning.

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What does it mean to serve God?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Christian Education.

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Posted on September 9, 2026July 8, 2026

All those who have been entrusted with the admirable task of education should unite in a spirit of zeal and devotedness.

Reflect upon the relationships in your life here on earth that enrich your relationship with God.

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Letters.

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Posted on September 8, 2026July 8, 2026

While we prepare useful citizens for society, we shall likewise do our utmost to prepare citizens for eternal life.

Imagine the person of Jesus in your place today. Reflect on how you as Jesus, would approach the very actions, work, and tasks that you need to engage in today.

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Letters.

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Posted on September 7, 2026July 8, 2026

It is not our assigned duties that will be judged but our humility and fidelity in performing them.

Blessed Moreau speaks about the “zeal.” What fosters zeal and passion in your life?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Letters.

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Posted on September 6, 2026July 8, 2026

We shall always place education side by side with instruction; the mind will not be cultivated at the expense of the heart.

Where in your life has God asked you to grow?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Letters.

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Posted on September 5, 2026July 8, 2026

We do not want our students to be ignorant of anything they should know.

Listening to the words of the text, where do you experience or hope to experience grace in your life today?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Letters.

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Posted on September 4, 2026July 8, 2026

Even though we base our educational philosophy on faith, no one need fear that we shall confine our teaching within narrow and unscientific boundaries.

Reflect on the text. How is it affirming/challenging/consoling at this time in your life and ministry?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Letters.

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Posted on September 3, 2026July 8, 2026

Apostolic activity is the essential character of zeal, and teachers who are animated by this virtue will fulfill their duties with eagerness, affection, courage, and perseverance.

With Basile Moreau, let us pray: “Lord, give me a heart more worthy of you; rather, make mine gentle, humble, zealous, and loving like yours.” How does this prayer impact you?

Today’s text is drawn from Moreau’s Christian Education.

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Blessed Father Moreau was a French priest in the nineteenth century who founded the Congregation of Holy Cross, an order dedicated to educating hearts and minds.

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