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Chapter XV-For Greater Things
Chapter XV – For Greater Things captures the lasting influence of Stanislaus Kostka, whose brief yet extraordinary life stirred the spiritual imagination of Europe. Just weeks before reaching his eighteenth birthday, he passed away, and the news of his death spread quickly across Rome. Despite his obscurity in life—having held no public office, authored no theological texts, nor delivered great sermons—his sanctity was immediately evident to those who encountered him. The reverence he received after…-
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Chapter III-For Greater Things
Chapter III – For Greater Things begins with the storm left behind by Stanislaus Kostka’s sudden departure to follow his religious calling. His brother Paul and their tutor Bilinski, caught off guard and fearful of the consequences, stumble upon a letter left behind by Stanislaus. In it, he calmly explains that he must obey the voice of God rather than the expectations of man. This simple yet powerful message is passed on to Lord John Kostka, their father, along with letters from those involved in the…-
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Chapter IV-For Greater Things
Chapter IV – For Greater Things begins with a vivid recounting of Stanislaus Kostka’s long journey from Poland to Vienna, a voyage that serves not just as a physical relocation but as a formative experience for the young saint. At nearly fourteen, Stanislaus rides alongside his brother Paul, both accompanied by their tutor, John Bilinski, and several servants. The route, spanning over six hundred miles, unfolds as a blend of natural beauty, hardship, and quiet encounters. They cross sweeping plains,…-
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Chapter V‑For Greater Things
Chapter V – For Greater Things explores the academic and spiritual formation of Stanislaus Kostka during his time at the Jesuit college in Vienna, a city alive with intellectual energy and strong Catholic identity in the mid-16th century. Amid a culture steeped in both tradition and theological shifts, the Jesuits had recently established a school designed to cultivate not just the intellect but the soul. Stanislaus entered this environment with quiet enthusiasm, embracing a curriculum that blended…-
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Chapter VI-For Greater Things
Chapter VI – For Greater Things begins as Stanislaus Kostka and his brother Paul transition to life outside the structured environment of their Jesuit boarding school, which was closed following the death of Emperor Ferdinand I. Now studying as day scholars, they move into the residence of Senator Kimberker, a wealthy Lutheran who offers them lodging in his expansive Vienna home. Though the mansion is filled with elegance and comfort, it soon proves spiritually barren for Stanislaus. The home becomes a…-
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Chapter I‑For Greater Things
Chapter I – For Greater Things opens with a striking image of Stanislaus Kostka, a seventeen-year-old nobleman, quietly slipping through the western gate of Vienna in August 1567. Though clothed in garments befitting his high birth, his steps are directed not toward a royal court or military glory, but toward Augsburg, where he hopes to follow a divine call. The contrast between his noble attire and his humble bread meal reveals a young man committed to shedding privilege in favor of a deeper purpose.…-
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Chapter II-For Greater Things
Chapter II – For Greater Things begins with a growing tension in Vienna, as Paul Kostka and John Bilinski realize that Stanislaus had not returned home. They were familiar with his quiet but resolute nature, and his recent talk about leaving for Augsburg weighed heavily on their minds. The realization struck that this was not a mere absence—it was an escape. His admiration for Peter Canisius, the Jesuit provincial, and his open longing to join the Society of Jesus had not gone unnoticed. Though they…-
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A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara follows the complex lives of four friends in New York City, focusing particularly on Jude, whose traumatic past and struggles with pain, abuse, and love are gradually revealed.-
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The Circus Boys Across the Continent by Edgar B. P. Darlington is an adventurous novel that follows the journey of two young men working in a circus as they travel across America, facing thrilling challenges and uncovering excitement along the way.-
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CHAPTER I - The Circus Boys Across the Continent begins with a spark of excitement as Phil Forrest shares important news with his best friend, Teddy Tucker. The boys, who had been spending their winter months training indoors and maintaining their routines, now find themselves at the edge of a new adventure. A letter from Mr. Sparling, the owner of the Great Sparling Combined Shows, has arrived with updates for the coming circus season. Instead of being summoned for spring rehearsals, they are informed…
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