John B. Manos

A black and white illustration of an angel rescuing a child from danger, with people watching in the background. The scene suggests a Catholic theme of divine intervention and protection.

MAY 18, 2024 – ST. VENANTIUS, MARTYR.

Follow the inspiring example of St. Venantius, whose unwavering faith and devotion to God miraculously saved him from scourging, burning torches, an apostate’s temptations, broken teeth and jaws, thrown into a furnace & lions!

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A young shepherd boy with a halo kneels by a stream, playing a flute while sheep and goats rest under trees. Black and white illustration with Catholic themes of pastoral life and innocence.

MAY 17, 2024 – ST. PASCHAL BAYLON.

Learn from the example of St. Paschal and his devotion to Our Blessed Lord as he watched over his flock, encountered angels, and faced heretics on his journey to Paris.

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Two men in medieval attire stand inside a cathedral. One is dressed as a nobleman, the other as a bishop. They gesture towards an archway revealing a cityscape. The scene is in black and white, depicting Catholic religious and historical themes.

MAY 16, 2024 – ST. JOHN NEPOMUCEN.

The faithful St. John Nepomucen showed incredible strength & faith, refusing to be moved by Emperor Wenceslas’s temptations and threats – getting ransacked, bound & thrown into a river – before his shrine, with one member incorrupt, was opened 330 years later.

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A black and white illustration of ancient Roman gladiators in an arena, with one gladiator lying injured on the ground. Several other gladiators and a robed figure stand nearby, observing or preparing for combat. The scene is set against a backdrop of stone walls and an archway.

MAY 15, 2024 – SS. PETER AND DIONYSIA.

Witness the remarkable faith of St. Peter & St. Dionysia, who showed no fear in facing death for Christ and giving up worldly possessions for eternal life!

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A monk kneels in prayer before an angel holding a book, set against a rocky landscape with a haloed figure in the background. Black and white illustration depicting Catholic religious themes.

MAY 14, 2024 – ST. PACHOMIUS, ABBOT.

Explore the early fourth century story of St. Pachomius – his conversion to Christianity and wise teachings on living a perfect life!

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A monk in robes stirs a large pot over an open fire outdoors, with religious architecture and books visible. Black and white illustration of a Catholic setting.

MAY 13, 2024 – ST. JOHN THE SILENT. OUR LADY OF FATIMA.

Learn from the exemplary life of St. John, born a noble and eventually retiring to the monastery of St. Sabas where he sought to make penance and contemplation his only pursuit.

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A black and white illustration of a robed saint with a halo, holding a staff and book. The figure stands on rocky terrain under a dramatic sky, evoking themes of pilgrimage or spiritual journey.

MAY 12, 2024 – ST. EPIPHANIUS, ARCHBISHOP.

Reflect on the story of St. Epiphanius, who passed through Egypt to perfect his spiritual life, became Bishop of Salamis and taught us the great lesson that charity is love from God to us.

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A black and white illustration of a religious procession with clergy in robes, one holding a cross, another a book. A bishop is central, wearing a mitre and holding a staff. People are gathered around in medieval attire, with a backdrop of buildings and clouds. The scene depicts a Catholic religious ceremony or procession.

MAY 11, 2024 – ST. MAMMERTUS, ARCHBISHOP.

Discover the religious devotion of St. Mammertus, his instituting of fasts & supplications-the Rogations-and the miraculous fire in Vienne!

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A black and white illustration of a bishop blessing two sick individuals, one seated and the other lying down. The bishop holds a staff with a cross. A cityscape is visible in the background, suggesting an urban setting. The scene conveys a Catholic theme of healing and pastoral care.

MAY 10, 2024 – ST. ANTONINUS, BISHOP.

Learn from the incredible example of St. Antoninus and his dedication to serving God and relieving the poor – allowing even the poorest among us to give alms in some way. Read more!

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A person with a halo sits in contemplation amidst rocky terrain, dressed in flowing robes, suggesting a religious or spiritual scene. Black and white illustration.

MAY 9, 2024 – ST. GREGORY NAZIANZEN.

Reflect on the example of St. Gregory and his tremendous grace as he forgave a would-be assassin, converted heretics, wrote poetry, and earned the title of Theologian!

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