John B. Manos

A figure with wings and a robe ascends into a cloudy sky, surrounded by radiant light. The scene is in black and white with Catholic themes of ascension or divine intervention, featuring a barren tree on the right.

MAY 8, 2024 – THE APPARITION OF ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL.

Draw strength from St. Michael and his courage as he was appointed the protector of the Church and resisted Lucifer’s revolt with humility and affection. Learn more!

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic bishop kneeling before a seated saint in a church setting. A man in elaborate robes appears to be pushing the bishop, with other figures observing. The scene suggests a dramatic or confrontational moment within a religious context.

MAY 7, 2024 – ST. STANISLAS, BISHOP, MARTYR.

Take a journey with St. Stanislas as he courageously rebukes sin, faces off against King Boleslas II and ultimately pays the ultimate price for his faith.

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A black and white illustration of early Christian martyrs being persecuted in ancient Rome. One figure is praying while another is being burned at the stake, with Roman soldiers present and a cityscape in the background. The scene depicts Catholic martyrdom under religious persecution.

MAY 6, 2024 – ST. JOHN BEFORE THE LATIN GATE.

Follow St. John’s example of enduring martyrdom out of love, as he was miraculously spared from a boiling pot of oil and banished to the island of Patmos.

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A black and white illustration of two Catholic monks in a monastery setting. One monk is kneeling in prayer, while the other stands holding a book. The scene depicts religious devotion and contemplation within a stone-walled room with arched windows.

MAY 5, 2024 – ST. PIUS V.

Draw inspiration from St. Pius and his intrepid defence of the Church’s faith, reforming the Roman court, upholding Mary Queen of Scots, excommunicating Elizabeth I, and defeating the Ottoman forces at Lepanto!

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A woman with a halo sits by water in a serene landscape, holding an open book. She is dressed in long robes and appears to be praying or reading. The scene includes ruins, palm trees, and a calm body of water with ducks in the background. The artwork is in black and white, evoking a historical or religious theme.

MAY 4, 2024 – ST. MONICA.

Drawing inspiration from St. Monica, learn how her unwavering prayers and unceasing tears rescued her son Augustine to Catholicism.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic exorcism scene. A priest holds a crucifix, while others pray around a bed-bound person. The word "LARA" is held up by one individual, suggesting an exorcism ritual."

MAY 3, 2024 – THE DISCOVERY OF THE HOLY CROSS.

St. Helen, mother of the Emperor Constantine, was determined to find the very cross on which Christ had suffered for our sins. She removed statues & rubbish and eventually she discovered three crosses, among them the very one they sought.

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A black and white illustration of a robed figure with a halo, standing in an ancient Egyptian setting. The figure appears to be praying or gesturing towards the sky with a serene expression, surrounded by pyramids and desert landscape. The figure is dressed in traditional religious attire, suggesting a Catholic saint or holy person.

MAY 2, 2024 – ST. ATHANASIUS, BISHOP.

Learn from St. Athanasius and his unwavering faith, who stood firm against four Roman emperors, and was devoted to the Catholic Church in thought, prayer, and action!

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MAY 1, 2024 – SS. PHILIP AND JAMES, APOSTLES.

Drawing inspiration from SS. Philip & James, the Church honors them for their faith, works, and pure hearts in achieving Christian holiness.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic monk preaching, with a kneeling figure in front and another standing man. A crowd is gathered around them near an ornate building with classical architecture, suggesting a historical or religious scene. The monk is raising his hand in blessing or teaching gesture.

APRIL 30, 2024 – ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA.

Learn from St. Catherine, the guardian of the Church in one of its darkest periods, and her selfless acts to defend the Pope, reduce rebellious cities to obedience and bring hardened souls closer to God!

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Monks in robes praying inside a dimly lit cathedral, with one figure kneeling and others standing. The scene is in black and white, depicting a solemn Catholic prayer setting.

APRIL 29, 2024 – ST. PETER, MARTYR. – ST. HUGH, ABBOT OF CLUNI.

Learn the incredible story of St. Peter, who retained his faith despite persecution, and St. Hugh, who devoted his life to prayer and meditation following the example of Cluni monks.

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