Tản mạn: SAINT PAUL – A MISSIONARY EXAMPLE OF LEGIONARIES
Having discussed St. Peter as Church leader and role model for Legionaries—especially his commitment to follow Christ—let us now focus on Saint Paul, whom we commemorate together with St. Peter on June 29th, 2026. We look to Paul as an exemplary missionary and an inspiration to Legionaries. The Handbook of Legionaries summarizes the history of St Paul: “There was light from heaven. The great persecutor of the Christians was thrown, blinded, to the ground. Then he heard those overwhelming words: “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?” and St. Paul rejoined: “Who are you, Lord?” And Jesus replied: “I am Jesus whom you are persecuting.” (Acts 9:4-5). (Ch. 9, Part 1). For this event, Saul recognized that he was persecuting the Mystical Body of Christ, and then the true conversion appeared in his heart, which was burning the apostle’s soul. Jesus Christ becomes the main object of Paul's proclamation for the rest of his life. Moreover, Paul keeps conscio...
