The Feast Of St. Hilary

Saint Hilary was born at Poitiers at the beginning of the 4th century. He was brought up in a noble family with pagan beliefs. However, as an adult, he studied the Scriptures, renounced paganism, and converted to Christianity.

His education as well as his zeal for the faith led to his being chosen to govern the faithful in Poitiers as their bishop. He fought vigorously against Arianism -- a heresy that denied the divinity of Jesus Christ -- and was exiled to the coastlands of Phyrigia by Emperor Constantine.

To strengthen his faith during his exile, he learned all that he could about Arianism and woe numerous treaties. His writings, which still exist today, include On The Trinity, a commentary of the gospel of St. Matthew, and a commentary on the psalms.

He returned to Poitier after three years of exile and died in 367. Pope Pius X made him a Doctor of the Church in 1851.

Quotes from St. Hilary

"Although in exile we shall speak through these books and the Word of God, which cannot be bound, but shall move about in freedom."

"I am well aware, almighty God and Father, that in my life I owe You a most particular duty. It is to make every thought and word speak of You."


Prayer: Father God, give us the strength to fight against the heresies and false teachings of our day. Help us to remain strong in our faith and study to obtain the knowledge to vigorously defend the truths of our faith

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