The Founder of the Marian Fathers - Why You Need to Know Him! - Fr. Chris Alar | 5/18/26

About this episode

Fr. Chris Alar reflects on the life and legacy of St. Stanislaus Papczyński, founder of the Marian Fathers.

In this powerful homily, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, reflects on the life and legacy of St. Stanislaus Papczyński, founder of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Discover how St. Stanislaus passionately believed in the doctrine of the Immaculate Conception, long before it was dogma. Learn about St. Stanislaus’ tireless work as a chaplain, preacher, and confessor, his many struggles and heroic journey to Rome to secure papal approval for the Marian Congregation, and how he received the Rule of the Ten Virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary. St. Stanislaus Papczyński, pray for us! ★ Support this podcast ★

People in this episode

Host: Fr. Chris Alar

Topics covered

• life of St. Stanislaus Papczyński
• Marian Fathers
• Immaculate Conception
• Christian legacy
• spiritual journey

Keywords

• St. Stanislaus Papczyński
• Marian Fathers
• Immaculate Conception
• Christianity
• homily

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception

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