02252cam a22003133u 4500 30879 UtSlPG 20260610133714.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 11001549 UtSlPG en iso639-1 BX Anonymous The Life of Blessed John B. Marie Vianney, Curé of Ars : With a Novena and Litany to this Zealous Worker in the Vineyard of the Lord Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-01-06 E-text prepared by Michael Gray "The Life of Blessed John B. Marie Vianney, Curé of Ars" by Anonymous is a biography written in the early 20th century that recounts the life and virtues of the revered French priest, John Vianney. It primarily focuses on his pastoral work in the small village of Ars, where he transformed a spiritually indifferent community into a beacon of faith. The book explores themes of piety, humility, and unwavering dedication to the service of others, making it a significant spiritual reading for Catholics. The narrative outlines Vianney's early life, struggles during the French Revolution, and eventual ordination as a priest. It highlights his tireless commitment to his parishioners through visiting homes, offering guidance, and hearing confessions—sometimes for over sixteen hours a day. Numerous accounts of miraculous events associated with his ministry and his ability to inspire profound conversions among sinners illustrate his deep spirituality. His humility, self-denial, and ceaseless efforts led to his eventual beatification, and the book serves not only as a testament to his character but also as an inspiration for readers seeking to deepen their own faith and commitment to God. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Vianney, Jean-Baptiste-Marie, Saint, 1786-1859 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30879 71725 71725