Catholic Saints
St. Peter Claver
May 13, 2024
Dr. Carl Vennerstrom discusses St. Peter Claver's missionary work in New World, serving African slaves with compassion. Topics cover motives behind missionary work, baptism of slaves, compassionate acts, and emulating Saint Peter Claver's selfless service.
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- St. Peter Claver dedicated his life to serving African slaves, emphasizing human dignity and care despite communication challenges.
- His humility was evident in selfless service, aiming to convert slave owners through love and preaching the gospel.
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Life and Mission in the New World
Saint Peter Claver, a Jesuit missionary born in Spain, dedicated his life to serving slaves brought to New Granada, modern-day Colombia, and Panama. Ordained as a priest, he focused on baptizing and ministering to around 300,000 African slaves, emphasizing the human dignity and care of these oppressed individuals despite challenges in communication and cultural diversity. By navigating through different languages and utilizing interpreters, he preached the gospel and demonstrated love through actions like providing essential goods and medical care.
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