Listen in as Fr. Dan Cambra, MIC, shares about the man the Marians call Father Renovator.  In formal portraits, he strikes an imposing figure, with a heavy brow and with piercing eyes that follow you across the room. But then when you open up his 368-page Journal — filled with trumpet blasts of inspiration and rallying cries for renewal — you understand why Blessed George Matulaitis portrait is given prominent placement in every Marian residence around the world. You also understand why his Journal is required reading and why he's the model for the modern Marian.

December 8 is the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception. An extraordinary grace received by Mary made her worthy to receive Christ, our Savior.

Who was Blessed Jacoba de Settesoli?  Beside St. Francis of Assisi at his death, this little-known saint proved that it does not take extraordinary actions to lead a spiritually extraordinary life. Listen in the Fr. Dan Cambra, MIC.