John B. Manos
SEPTEMBER 26 – SS. CYPRIAN AND JUSTINA, MARTYRS.
Learn about the incredible conversion of St. Cyprian, from a life of crime and idolatry to a devout Christian, and the inspiring story of his martyrdom alongside Justina.
SEPTEMBER 25 – ST. FIRMIN, BISHOP, MARTYR.- ST. FINBARR, BISHOP.
Learn about the lives of St. Firmin and St. Finbarr, two saints who preached the Gospel and founded churches in Gaul and Ireland.
SEPTEMBER 24 – THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY OF MERCY.
Read about the inspiring story of St. Peter Nolasco, who gave up his vast estates to establish an order for the redemption of captives.
SEPTEMBER 23 – ST. THECLA, VIRGIN, MARTYR.
Follow the lead of St. Thecla, an ancient & illustrious saint whose faithfulness & purity enabled her to triumph even over fire & lions! Purity is strength!
SEPTEMBER 22 – THE THEBAN LEGION.
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.
SEPTEMBER 21 – ST. MATTHEW, APOSTLE.
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.
SEPTEMBER 20 – SS. EUSTACHIUS AND COMPANIONS, MARTYRS.
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.
SEPTEMBER 19 – ST. JANUARIUS, MARTYR.
Draw courage and faith from St. Januarius, who was arrested for his beliefs and despite being exposed to wild beasts in the amphitheater suffered no harm!
SEPTEMBER 18 – ST. THOMAS OF VILLANOVA.
St. Thomas, the Spanish Church’s 16th-century glory, devoted his life to almsgiving and caring for lost and exiled souls. Read more to be inspired!
SEPTEMBER 17 – ST. LAMBERT, BISHOP, MARTYR.
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.
