Blogcast: From Servants to Servitude—Aloysius Gonzaga
This blogcast explores “From Servants to Servitude—Aloysius Gonzaga," written by Alex Cranstoun and read by Patrick Hyland.
“From Servants to Servitude—Aloysius Gonzaga,” by Alex Cranstoun. In his blog post, Alex describes the great witness of St. Aloysius Gonzaga, for whom the famous basketball school, Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, is named, and how he desired to spread the Gospel to far and away lands. However, St. Aloysius Gonzaga missioned in Rome, caring for the sick and the dying. Alex reflects that we do not need to go far to witness the love of Christ. We can care for those in our family, in our home, our neighborhood and greater community.
St. Aloysius Gonzaga was born as the eldest of seven children to an aristocratic family in Italy. At a young age, St. Gonzaga developed a deep spiritual life including devotions such as the Little Office of Our Lady and the psalms. After studying in Florence, St. Gonzaga returned to his hometown and received his first communion from the future St. Charles Borromeo. After receiving his first communion, he read a book on Jesuit spirituality and felt convicted to become a missionary. He joined the Jesuits and life an austere life. He died while still a scholastic.
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Alex Cranstoun is the Production Coordinator for the Catholic Apostolate Center.
Patrick Hyland is a program associate for the Catholic Apostolate Center where he assists with new and existing resources on the Center’s website and contributes to the Center’s marketing and consultancy efforts.
Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Patrick is a junior at The Catholic University of America pursuing a double major in Operations Management and Theology. On campus, Patrick is involved with the Office of Campus Ministry, planning events and accompanying undergraduate students as a Student Minister. Additionally, Patrick loves music, playing drums for various groups and working as a freelance DJ for weddings and other private events.
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