Faber

Peter Faber and the Heart Space

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Ignatius Loyola and Peter Faber were together students at the University of Paris, even roommates. Peter taught Ignatius Aristotle and Ignatius taught Peter spirituality. Faber already had a rich and deep spirituality. Ignatius had already composed his retreat in the cave of Manresa. One can only imagine the late night conversations between the two of … Read more

A Gentle Saint: St. Peter Faber

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Editor’s note: This month, with Faber Fridays, we commemorate August 2nd, the feast day of St. Peter Faber, inspired by Jon M. Sweeney’s book Peter Faber: A Saint for Turbulent Times. St. Peter Faber, companion of St. Ignatius Loyola and co-founder of the Jesuit order, is characterized by the consistent name gently. It’s an adjective … Read more