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The Transfiguration: Who is Jesus?
Altar of St. John Vianney

Saint John Mary Vianney (1786-1856) is the patron saint of parish priests. Also known as the Curé d'Ars, he struggled through seminary, almost failing, because academics were so difficult for him. He persevered, however, and the bishop ordained him.

He was sent to the small inconsequential town of Ars, where he served as the parish priest. A man of great holiness and compassion, he became renowned for his pastoral ability. He was especially known for his skill as a confessor; people came from miles away (no easy thing in those days) to go to him for confession. Toward the end of his life, he spent eighteen hours a day hearing confessions, taking time out only to eat and sleep.

The window above St. John Vianney's altar uses the Transfiguration of Jesus for its central theme.

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