St. John Vianney
St. John Vianney, patron of priests, universally known as the "Curé of Ars," was ordained a priest in 1815.
He was a wonderworker loved by the crowds, but he retained a childlike simplicity, and he remains to this day the living image of the priest after the heart of Christ.
It is recorded that even the staunchest of sinners were converted at his mere word. He died August 4, 1859, and was canonized May 31, 1925. (catholic.org)
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Video series
Following are 3 videos hosted by Father Roger Landry of the Diocese of Fall River, Massachusetts. (Flash player is required for viewing). Source: www.catholictv.com
Part 1: "St. John M. Vianney: Perseverance"
St. John was known to possess the virtue of on perseverance. He struggled greatly in his studies, particularly with Latin, yet he fought through these and many other obstacles to continue his formation and celebrate the sacrament of Holy Orders.
Part 2: "St. John M. Vianney: the Eucharist"
St. John had a great devotion to the Eucharist and the Real Presence. In this episode, Father Landry speaks to the “source and summit” of the feast of Heaven and Earth in the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. We are sent forth from the Mass to serve God and one another.
Part 3: St. John M. Vianney: Heaven, Holiness and the Saint
This episode examines the ways in which we can focus on “living with our hearts set on the world to come”.