He was the son of a wealthy couple from Soissons, France, who spent all their time and possessions in helping the poor. They were a good influence on Desideratus, and his brothers, Desiderius and Deodatus. All three became saints. King Clotaire made Desideratus Secretary of State. He was a holy man and lived a holy life despite the splendors of the royal court. He was a good influence on the King. He wanted to retire to a monastery, but the King reminded him to put the peoples welfare before his own. He became Bishop of Bourges and during that time he was known as a peacemaker and wonderworker. He was a member of the Fifth Council of Orleans and the Second Council of Auvergne. He died May 8, 550.
FEAST DAY: May 8
CROSSES & CRUCIFIXES
RESPONSORIAL PSALM
Let all the earth cry out to God with joy.
QUIZ
Yesterday’s Answer
(a) The presence of God’s kingdom.
Today’s Answer
What biblical image provides a sense of the bishop’s pastoral service as watching over and guiding his people?
(a) the good Samaritan (b) the good shepherd (c) the honest steward
