Canonization of Marcellin Champagnat
A heart that knows no bounds

The canonization of Saint Marcellin Champagnat, founder of the Marist Brothers, was celebrated on April 18, 1999 in Saint Peter?s Square in Vatican City. This video brings together images and words from the many Marist happenings that took place around Rome during that extended weekend. In the space of a few minutes, it telescopes the mains events and emotions of that momentous occasion in Marist history. Its scenes are like sparks from a flame, capable of stirring the imagination and rekindling joyful memories. Rather than nostalgia, it is about the wholehearted commitment of believers in countries all over the world to live the spirituality and mission of a Saint who knew how to practice Gospel Love with a heart that knows no bounds. Following the example of Mary, he walked in the footsteps of Jesus, attending to the needs of children and young people, especially those most overlooked and abandoned.

Direction: Bros. Lluís Serra and Samuel Holguín

2000-03-01

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