Peter Julian Eymard Quotes
A collection of quotes by Peter Julian Eymard.
Peter Julian Eymard was born on February 4, 1811, in La Mure, France. He grew up in a devout Catholic family and showed an early inclination towards religious life. At the age of 18, he entered the seminary and was ordained a priest in 1834.
Eymard's passion for promoting the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament led him to found the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament in 1856. This religious order focused on Eucharistic spirituality and apostolic work, emphasizing the importance of adoration and reverence towards the Eucharist.
Throughout his life, Eymard dedicated himself to spreading devotion to the Eucharist. He worked tirelessly to establish perpetual Eucharistic adoration, encouraging people to spend time in prayer and contemplation before the Blessed Sacrament. Eymard believed in the transformative power of the Eucharist in the worshipper's life and sought to inspire others to deepen their faith through this devotion.
In addition to his dedication to the Eucharist, Eymard was an advocate for social justice and actively engaged in works of charity. He organized initiatives to alleviate poverty and improve the lives of marginalized communities.
Peter Julian Eymard died on August 1, 1868, leaving behind a lasting legacy as a promoter of Eucharistic spirituality. He was beatified by Pope Pius XI in 1925 and canonized by Pope John XXIII in 1962. Today, his Congregation continues to follow his teachings and works towards spreading the devotion to the Blessed Sacrament worldwide.