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Christian Saints & Heroes
Prayer to St. Junipero Serra: 'Help me deliver the light of Christ...'
Saint Junipero Serra, pray for us! Saint Junipero Serra, your missionary zeal brought the light of Christ to millions. You endured so many ... continue reading
St. Bonaventure Points us to St Francis and the Lord Jesus Christ Watch
On July 15th in the Liturgical Calendar of the Latin Rite of the Catholic Church, we commemorate the life, holiness, work and death of a ... continue reading
A Patron Saint for California Watch
During his visit to the United States this coming September, Pope Francis will canonize Blessed Junipero Serra, the heroic 'Apostle of ... continue reading
Saint Teresa of Avila: Virgin and Doctor of Prayer Watch
St. Teresa's whole life is one of simple beauty and fervent purpose; it is a life contained in Christ. She shows us how to live the same ... continue reading
Femine Genius, Holiness and St. Teresa of Avila Watch
If Christ Jesus dwells in a man as his friend and noble leader, that man can endure all things, for Christ helps and strengthens us and ... continue reading
St Therese of the Child Jesus: In the Heart of the Church I Will Be Love Watch
O Jesus, my love, at last I have found my calling: my call is love. Certainly I have found my place in the Church, and you gave me that ... continue reading
Pope Cornelius and Bishop Cyprian are Examples for this Age of Martyrs Watch
God and his angels look down upon us; Christ, who looks on as we do battle in the contest of faith. What great dignity and glory are ... continue reading
Feast of St Augustine of Hippo: Defender of Truth Watch
If there is any message which can be drawn from St. Augustine's life, and there are many, it is the message of repentance and conversion. ... continue reading
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux Reminds Us that 'Love Is Sufficient of Itself' Watch
It is true that the creature loves less because she is less. But if she loves with her whole being, nothing is lacking where everything is ... continue reading
Saint Clare Shows Us How The Path of Simplicity Can Lead To A Greater Love for Christ
We learn from St. Clare both the importance of giving one's life to Christ as well as the sublime, eternal rewards of doing so. When we ... continue reading