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A black and white illustration of a priest teaching students in a medieval classroom setting, with religious symbols visible. Students are seated on benches, some holding books. A crucifix hangs in the background.

AUGUST 27, 2025 – ST. JOSEPH CALASANCTIUS.

2. From devil-chasing kid to saintly schoolmaster—Joseph’s life had more twists than your favorite series. Ready for the plot? Read on!

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A black and white illustration of a robed bishop with a staff blessing a kneeling monk in a stone cathedral. The scene depicts a Catholic religious ritual, with crosses and ornate architectural details visible in the background.

AUGUST 26, 2025 – ST. ZEPHYRINUS, POPE AND MARTYR.

St. Zephyrinus: Defender of divinity, heretic headache, and Rome’s unsung saint. He fought blasphemy like a boss and buried pride deeper than Tertullian’s fall.

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A historical scene featuring a group of people in medieval attire, including a crowned figure and clergy, with some kneeling. The setting appears to be a religious ceremony or coronation, emphasizing Catholic themes. The illustration is in black and white.

AUGUST 25, 2025 – ST. LOUIS, KING.

St. Louis: crushing heresy, dodging daggers, and praying harder than your grandma. Find out why he’d rather die than commit a mortal sin.

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A black and white illustration of Jesus Christ being laid in a tomb, surrounded by mourners. The scene depicts a somber Catholic theme of entombment with figures in traditional attire.

AUGUST 24, 2025 – ST. BARTHOLOMEW, APOSTLE.

Meet St. Bartholomew: Apostle, world traveler, and master of preaching to the stubborn. His martyrdom? Let’s just say it wasn’t a spa day.

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A monk with a halo stands beside two oxen pulling a plow in a rural setting, under a cloudy sky. The monk is dressed in traditional robes and holds a tool. Black and white illustration with Catholic themes.

AUGUST 23, 2025 – ST. PHILIP BENIZI.

From baby babbles to dodging the Papal throne—St. Philip Benizi’s life is a divine rollercoaster you didn’t know you needed.

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A black and white illustration of a group of people in ancient Roman attire, including soldiers and robed figures. One figure is being led away, with others gesturing dramatically. The scene appears to depict a religious or judicial event, possibly related to early Christian martyrdom.

AUGUST 22, 2025 – ST. SYMPHORIAN, MARTYR.

Symphorian refused to play along at a pagan parade, got a dungeon tour, and still smiled. Martyrdom: the ultimate plot twist.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic priest and a nun in traditional attire, standing by an altar. The priest is presenting a book to the nun. A religious icon hangs on the wall behind them, and there are ornate chairs in the background.

AUGUST 21, 2025 – ST. JANE FRANCES DE CHANTAL.

Widowed, harassed, and stepping over her son (literally), St. Jane Frances de Chantal chose sainthood over comfort. Meet the valiant woman who just couldn’t be tamed.

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A monk in religious attire sits at a desk with books and a snake, holding a chalice. Black-and-white illustration of Catholic themes.

AUGUST 20, 2025 – ST. BERNARD.

Born with a silver spoon, Bernard traded it for a wooden cross. Families followed, wealth ignored, and sainthood unlocked. Curious? This tale’s divine.

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A woman kneels in prayer before monks holding books, set in a dimly lit room with stone walls. The scene depicts Catholic religious devotion and inquiry.

AUGUST 19, 2025 – ST. LOUIS, BISHOP.

Meet Saint Louis: royal blood, rebel heart. Dodged thrones, dodged marriages, chose God. Died young, left a legacy bigger than his crown ever could.

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Two black-and-white illustrations: a crowned woman standing by a cross, symbolizing Catholic devotion; and a monk kneeling in prayer with a rosary. The illustrations depict religious themes of faith and worship.

AUGUST 18, 2025 – ST. HELENA, EMPRESS. ST. AGAPETUS, MARTYR.

Helena: British princess, cross-hunter, relic enthusiast. She found THE cross, influenced an emperor, and proved age is just a number.

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