John B. Manos
FEBRUARY 10, 2024 – ST. SCHOLASTICA, ABBESS.
Discover St. Scholastica’s pure devotion to God- her life filled with grace, her peaceful death guarded by heavenly conversation, and her presence as intercessor to St. Benedict & his spiritual daughters. Through constant dedication and love, St. Scholastica showed us how to be accepted into Heaven through faith and grace-driven loyalty to God and his Church.
FEBRUARY 9, 2024 – ST. APOLLONIA AND THE MARTYRS OF ALEXANDRIA.
Learn about the inspiring courage of early Christians in Alexandria, such as ancient Martyr Metras, Saint Apollonia, and young 15 year-old Dioscorus!
FEBRUARY 8, 2024 – ST. JOHN OF MATHA.
Follow the inspirational story of St. John of Matha – a selfless servant who readily sacrificed high rank and other worldly advantages to found an order dedicated to redeeming captives from Barbary.
FEBRUARY 7, 2024 – ST. ROMUALD, ABBOT.
Learn more about St. Romuald’s spiritual journey and how he overcame temptations of the flesh, persecutions, and the sins of others to start an Order!
FEBRUARY 6, 2024 – ST. DOROTHY, VIRGIN, MARTYR.
Gain inspiration from the exemplary St. Dorothy who was martyred for her beliefs & brought two women back to Christ with her strength & joy. Read more to find out!
FEBRUARY 5, 2024 – ST. AGATHA, VIRGIN, MARTYR. & THE MARTYRS OF JAPAN
Unite in prayer with the courageous martyrs of Japan who bravely faced torture and death with grace, even little children! Learn more!
Sickly (Sinful) Servility is Not Obedience, Fr. Micelli and Fr. Hardon on the Limits of Obedience
The post reflects on the misuse of obedience and servility within the Catholic Church, drawing parallels to the film “Casablanca.” It criticizes the labeling of individuals as schismatic as a wielded weapon rather than a legitimate accusation and argues for the clarity on the limits of obedience. The speaker recalls Father Micelli’s 1977 warning against compromising truth for fear of the world and the importance of standing firm in faith. The author also references Father Hardon’s teachings on obedience not leading to sin and the necessity of speaking up when required, pertinent especially concerning issues raised by church authority, including dubia or serious questions that warrant answers.
FEBRUARY 4, 2024 – ST. JANE, OF VALOIS.
Be inspired by St. Jane of Valois and her incredible devotion to the Blessed Mother! From humiltiy, patience, and grace learn more about her journey founding the Order of the Annunciation and encouraging devotion to the Angelus.
FEBRUARY 3, 2024 – ST. BLASE, BISHOP AND MARTYR.
St. Blase showed his devotion to God through his actions of refusing to worship false gods and sacrificing himself for the faith in 316 AD. Read on to find out more about this incredible Saint!
FEBRUARY 2, 2024 – THE PURIFICATION, COMMONLY CALLED CANDLEMAS-DAY.
Follow Mary and Jesus on their journey to fulfill all requirements of God’s law for their redemption. Learn about Simeon, Anne, and Candlemas in this spiritual reading.
