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Date – Wednesday, November 8th 2023 – St. Willehad

1. **Birth and Early Life (735-788):**

St. Willehad, born in 735, became the first Bishop of Bremen, a Diocese created by Emperor Charlemagne after his re-conquest of the Saxons.

2. **Charlemagne's Decree (788):**

In the year 788, Charlemagne issued a decree affirming his victory over the Saxons, their conversion to Christianity, and their obligation to pay a tithe to the Church. This decree demonstrated the close relationship between ecclesiastical and civil powers in that era. Charlemagne emphasized divine providence, victory through the Cross, and the Saxons' acceptance of baptism or facing death.

3. **Role of Charlemagne in Saxon Conversion:**

Charlemagne's decree revealed his approach to balancing justice with mercy. He acknowledged the aggressive nature of the Saxons, his victories, and the subsequent forced baptisms. Despite his military victories, he chose mercy by sparing the Saxons' lives, allowing them to return to their normal lives under Christianization and tribute to the Church.

4. **St. Willehad's Contribution (788-789):**

St. Willehad's acceptance as the first Bishop of Bremen was crucial. His sanctity and guidance provided spiritual support to the newly converted Saxons. He became the representative of God, ensuring the spiritual growth and maintenance of the Catholic faith among the people.

5. **Legacy and Symbolism:**

St. Willehad symbolized the fragrance of sanctity in the early Christianization of the Saxons. His role as a Bishop Saint, surpassing even the Emperor in spiritual significance, highlighted the importance of sanctity in upholding the Catholic spirit in the region.

6. **Relevance Today:**

St. Willehad's example serves as an inspiration for rebuilding and maintaining Christendom in challenging times. His life demonstrates the transformative power of sanctity and faith, even in the face of historical complexities and societal changes.

St. Willehad's life and Charlemagne's decree together illustrate a pivotal period in the history of Christianity, emphasizing the role of sanctity, mercy, and divine providence in shaping the course of nations.

Let us ask St. Willehad to help us rebuild and maintain a new Christendom in these times, which are much worse than his.

St. Willehad, pray for us!

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And – at 15 past the hour, Ohio enshrines abortion into its constitution, becoming one of the nation’s most pro-abortion states

Also – at 30 past the hour, Shaista Justin is the new President of the Center for Bioethics and Culture Network. She’s been a Development Producer in Hollywood for the past 14 years and recently Directed and Produced the documentary film: “Altered Humans: How Biotech is Changing Who We Are” airing now on Epoch TV. You can read her analysis of the intersection of Transhumanism and popular culture in her weekly column “Transhumanist Culture Wars” in the CBCN newsletter. She’s also the author of “Winter, the Unwelcome Visitor”, a book of poetry endorsed by Nobel Prize Winner JM Coetzee.

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