Philip Neri: Episode Four
4/30/202610 min
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Rome, 1548. Philip is still up to his usual antics: converting the wayward; entertaining boys on the street; and charming everyone he meets. But his friend, Father Ignatius of Loyola, isn’t sure this amounts to a vocation. So what work is God preparing Philip for?
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Philip Neri’s story exemplifies his true humility, charity, and joy. In 1500s Rome, Philip worked as a tutor, while selflessly teaching and providing for the poor. His wit and humor drew countless souls to Christ, showing that real sanctity isn’t stuffy, but cheerful. Philip’s life teaches lessons of cheerfulness, trust in God’s will, and selfless service.
This series contains moments of intensity and danger. Philip Neri’s autopsy is described. Voices are raised in arguments. A thief threatens Philip and a crowd in Rome with violence. Characters mock Philip for his poverty and bizarre way of life. Philip’s intense experience of having his heart expanded by the Holy Spirit is portrayed.
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First 90 secondsPhilip Neri0:00
[gentle music] Rome, 1548. Philip is still up to his usual antics, converting the wayward, entertaining boys on the street, and charming everyone he meets. But his friend, Father Ignatius of Loyola, isn't sure this amounts to a vocation. So what work is God preparing Philip for?
Lola0:23
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Ignatius of Loyola0:43
[gentle music] Now, where did we leave off, Doctor?
Speaker 30:51
Uh, Philip was influencing young men and some were even considering the priesthood.
Ignatius of Loyola0:56
Yes, yes. In Rome, sometimes there were a lot of temptations for young men. Carnival was a time for indulgence. It fell before the Lenten fast. Folks would make sure to have plenty of rich foods and drinks. Meat, sweets, and wine were consumed in abundance. Large feasts were hosted by the wealthy, but even the poor participated in the festivities.
Speaker 31:21
It sounds like a time to eat, drink, and be merry.
Ignatius of Loyola1:26
Yes, the people knew that the austerity of Lent was just around