John B. Manos
APRIL 20, 2024 – ST. MARCELLINUS, BISHOP.
St. Marcellinus was born in Africa, of noble family, and went to preach the gospel in Gaul with great success. Follow his example and set a good example like he did!
APRIL 19, 2024 – ST. ELPHEGE, ARCHBISHOP.
Find inspiration and courage in St. Elphege’s refusal to buy his freedom by taxing the poor – despite being imprisoned and tortured, he remained true to his vows and died praying for his captors!
APRIL 18, 2024 – ST. APOLLONIUS, MARTYR.
Learn about St. Apollonius, a Roman Senator and Christian martyr renowned for his bravery amidst important figures such as Marcus Aurelius, Commodus, and Marcia.
APRIL 17, 2024 – ST. ANICETUS, POPE, MARTYR.
Learn how St. Anicetus, the 36th Bishop of Rome, defended his Christian flock against the wiles of heretics and spread their faith around the world.
APRIL 16, 2024 – EIGHTEEN MARTYRS OF SARAGOSSA, AND ST. ENCRATIS, OR ENGRATIA, VIRGIN, MARTYR.
Learn about the incredible faith of St. Optatus and 17 holy martyrs, and the triumph of St. Encratis, who sacrificed her earthly comforts for her heavenly goal.
APRIL 15, 2024 – ST. PATERNUS, BISHOP.
Learn from St. Paternus’ example of peace and humility as he embraced a monastic life, founded a monastery, converted idolaters and served as Bishop of Avranches.
APRIL 14, 2024 – ST. BENEZET, OR LITTLE BENNET.
St. Benezet took on a difficult mission from God when he was just a child and labored for seven years to build the iconic bridge over the Rhone that still stands in Avignon, inspired by miracles!
APRIL 13, 2024 – ST. HERMENEGILD, MARTYR.
Take inspiration from St. Hermenegild who endured torture and sacrified for the truth of God, demonstrating that constancy and sacrifice will win souls to God.
APRIL 12, 2024 – ST. JULIUS, POPE.
Uncover the story of St. Julius, the Roman Pope who stood up for St. Athanasius and declared him innocent against false accusations by Arians in the 341 Council of Rome.
APRIL 11, 2024 – ST. LEO THE GREAT.
Take courage and steps to protect your faith! Read how St. Leo fought heresy, encountered Attila and his Huns, passed decree of Chalcedon, and saved Rome from destruction using nothing but his courage in the face of adversity.