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Two robed figures with halos stand outdoors pointing towards a distant landscape, black and white illustration. Catholic religious theme suggested by attire and halos.

JUNE 17, 2025 – ST. AVITUS, ABBOT.

Meet St. Avitus: Orleans native, monastery hopper, forest hermit. From cozy abbeys to epic retreats, he kept things saintly—and a little extra.

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A black and white illustration of a robed figure, possibly a saint or pilgrim, standing in snowy mountains. The figure holds a staff and appears to be guiding another person through the rugged, icy terrain. Catholic pilgrimage theme suggested by attire and setting.

JUNE 16, 2025 – ST. JOHN FRANCIS REGIS.

Meet St. John Francis Regis: a saint who broke his leg, skipped the doctor, hit the confessional instead—and left with a healed leg and a holier heart.

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Two bearded figures in robes seated on thrones, holding symbols of authority and a globe. Surrounded by clouds with religious iconography above. Text reads: "Святi Петре и Павле, молите Бога о нас." Black and white illustration with Catholic themes."

JUNE 15, 2025 – SS. VITUS, CRESCENTIA, AND MODESTUS, MARTYRS.

God in three Persons—one divine mystery, endless debates. Even St. Anselm gave it his best shot. Curious? Dive deeper than your Sunday school notes.

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A black and white illustration of a robed figure with a halo, holding a staff, standing by water near a small village at the base of mountains. The scene evokes a serene, religious atmosphere with Catholic themes.

JUNE 14, 2025 – ST. BASIL THE GREAT.

Meet St. Basil: the man who told off emperors, embraced exile, and made monasticism cool before it was a trend. Read how he did it.

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A monk in robes blesses a kneeling person with a book, surrounded by a crowd under trees. Black and white illustration depicting Catholic themes of faith and devotion.

JUNE 13, 2025 – ST. ANTONY OF PADUA.

From overlooked friar to ‘Hammer of Heretics.’ St. Antony’s life proves you can go from zero to saint faster than a medieval miracle.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic priest preaching from a pulpit to a congregation in a church. The priest is gesturing with his right hand, and the audience appears attentive. The scene depicts a traditional religious sermon setting.

JUNE 12, 2025 – ST. JOHN OF ST. FACUNDUS.

Holy reformer or noble troublemaker? St. John scolded oppressors, dodged assassins, and out-prayed poison—read how sainthood got seriously dramatic.

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A black and white illustration of a saint observing Roman soldiers persecuting Christians, with one being thrown to a lion. The saint is depicted in traditional robes and has a halo.

JUNE 11, 2025 – ST. BARNABAS, APOSTLE.

Meet Barnabas: rich guy turned saint, sidekick to Paul, mistaken for Jupiter, bearer of alms, and all-around holy overachiever. Spoiler: he gets martyred.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic baptism scene. A priest in robes stands over an infant held by a seated woman, surrounded by family members. The setting appears to be indoors with classical architecture.

JUNE 10, 2025 – ST. MARGARET OF SCOTLAND.

St. Margaret: royal queen, prayer machine, and part-time jewel thief (sort of). Discover how she ruled Scotland’s hearts—and Malcolm’s bookshelf.

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A historical illustration of a medical procedure in a dimly lit room, featuring several men performing surgery on a patient lying on a table. The scene includes medical tools and instruments, with one man holding a mirror to reflect light onto the patient. The room has a rustic, old-world ambiance with stone walls and wooden furniture.

JUNE 9, 2025 – SS. PRIMUS AND FELICIANUS, MARTYRS. ST. COLUMBA, OR COLUMKILLE, ABBOT.

Forget Netflix dramas—meet real-life brothers who faced dungeons, torture, and decapitation. Their crime? Radical kindness. Their legacy? Unstoppable faith. Intrigued yet?

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Black and white illustration of Pentecost scene with apostles, Mary, and the Holy Spirit descending as a dove. Apostles are in various poses of prayer and awe.

JUNE 8, 2025 – ST. MEDARD, BISHOP.

Tongues of fire, miracles galore, and a bishop who gave away his coat—discover divine drama and saintly antics you didn’t know you needed.

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