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Eugene remained in Rome for four months. Yvon Beaudoin continues the narrative of the conflict between the French authorities and Bishop de Mazenod: “A short time after his return to Marseilles, in December 1833, the Bishop of Icosia decides to … Continue reading →

We have been following the progress of the conflict between the government and Eugene. We saw how he had been summoned to Rome in the middle of 1833 and perhaps you are finding some of the events confusing. Thus, Yvon … Continue reading →

Frustrated in Rome with the slow progress in resolving the situation with the French government, Eugene chides Father Tempier for having waited six weeks before responding to an unjust condemnatory letter sent to the diocese of Marseilles by the antagonistic … Continue reading →

In the midst of the difficulties caused by the Icosia crisis and the absolute uncertainty as to what the French government would allow him to do – or even if they would allow him back into France – Eugene remained … Continue reading →

Having been falsely accused of being an activist in the political party opposed to the French government, Eugene clarifies and emphasizes his position. …The code of conduct I hold, and that I instil in others, is that the clergy must … Continue reading →

Faced with uncertainty about his future when the French government would take action against him, Eugene places his trust in God for the future. … There is no need of regrets when one has done one’s best. God makes use … Continue reading →

In the midst of being persecuted by the political authorities, Eugene remains optimistic because of his faith in God. He reflects to his friend and confidant, Fr Tempier: So you have the advantage of enjoying the pleasure of surprise when, … Continue reading →

Yvon Beaudoin gives us the background to Eugene’s letter: “The Founder had seen the Pope again on October 2, and was to leave Rome on the 11th. He received however the letter dated September 28 in which Father Tempier sent … Continue reading →

In the midst of all the serious political intrigue around him, Eugene never forgets where his source of strength comes from: .. It was necessary in effect to take pause after my Wednesday morning session. I lie low, I need … Continue reading →

Finally Eugene met the Pope and was able to begin to understand the mess which the political intrigue had caused. … The audience with the Pope was closed to all but myself and the ministers. I was with His Holiness … Continue reading →