John B. Manos

Discover the inspiring stories of St. Firmin and St. Finbarr, two saints who dedicated their lives to spreading the Gospel and founding churches.

Read about the inspiring story of St. Peter Nolasco, who gave up his vast estates to establish an order for the redemption of captives.

Learn from the example of St. Thecla and her devotion to our Savior Jesus Christ, who rewarded her purity in soul and body with strength against pain, temptation, and death.

Reflect on the bravery of the Theban legion, numbering over 6000 men, who refused to turn their swords against Christian civilians and instead chose a martyr’s death.

Be inspired by St. Matthew and follow the powerful example of his obedience to our Lord’s prompting to leave behind even his burdensome job as a tax collector and to preach the Gospel instead.

Learn how St. Eustachius bravely renounced everything to follow his faith in Jesus, only to face lions, fire, and a brazen bull for his devotion.

Draw inspiration from St. Januarius, who faithfully witnessed to God to the point of martyrdom, and worked a continual miracle through his blood!

St Thomas, the Spanish Church’s 16th-century glory, devoted his life to almsgiving and caring for lost and exiled souls.

Take a page from the heroic virtue of St. Lambert and draw inspiration from his devotion to restoring order in France, even at the cost of his own life.

Learn about Cyprian, a pagan teacher of rhetoric who eventually converted to Christianity and martyred for his faith. Follow his journey of self-sacrifice and devotion to God!