John B. Manos

A person kneeling in prayer before a crucifix and religious artifacts in a dimly lit, ornate room. The scene is black and white with detailed Catholic iconography.

MARCH 4, 2024 – LENT DAY 20 – ST. CASIMIR, KING.

Learn of St. Casimir’s heroic virtue, his devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and experience how his miracles impacted those around him!

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic saint in robes, haloed, standing over a kneeling figure. Surrounding figures and supernatural elements suggest a religious or miraculous scene. Text: "D. 1879" in the lower left corner."

MARCH 3 , 2024 – LENT DAY 19 – ST. CUNEGUNDES, EMPRESS.

Draw inspiration from the example of St. Cunegundes and her journey to religious life; from instilling pious values in her infancy to walking on red-hot ploughshares for assurance of her innocence.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic bishop seated, holding a staff, surrounded by people in medieval attire. Some are kneeling and others appear to be in distress or prayer, set within an ornate cathedral.

MARCH 2, 2024 – LENT DAY 18 – ST. SIMPLICIUS, POPE.

Draw inspiration from St. Simplicius and his unwavering faith during a tumultuous time as he fought to spread and protect the Catholic faith against heretics, Eutychians and barbarian invaders.

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An elderly man in clerical attire speaks into a microphone, with a statue of the Virgin Mary and baby Jesus in the background. Text reads: "not to know that is to be blind to what's going on."

Fr. Hardon on Whether any of Teilhard de Chardin is worth reading

Fr. Hardon criticizes Teilhard de Chardin’s writings, declaring them as disobedient to Jesuit orders and theologically erroneous, suggesting they shouldn’t be taught in Catholic institutions.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic baptism scene. A bishop in religious attire performs the rite, with several people gathered around, including a man and child being baptized. The setting appears to be an ancient church or cathedral with stone architecture.

MARCH 1 – LENT DAY 17 – ST. DAVID, BISHOP. ST. ALBINUS, BISHOP.

Reflect on the works & miracles of St. David & St. Albinus, brothers in Christ who showed perfect obedience to God in their unwavering humility & piety.

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FEBRUARY 29, 2024 – LENT DAY 16 – ST. OSWALD, BISHOP.

Draw inspiration from St. Oswald’s commitment to reforming the clergy and restoring monasticism – read how he embraced pious artifice and discovered relics of his predecessor!

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Two robed figures in a cave, one kneeling and praying, the other standing with a staff. Black and white illustration depicting Catholic monks in a serene, natural setting.

FEBRUARY 28 , 2024 – LENT DAY 15 – SS. ROMANUS AND LUPICINUS, ABBOTS.

Discover how two devout brothers, St. Romanus and Lupicinus, left their homes at thirty-five years old to journey into the wilds of Mount Jura and build monasteries for aspiring followers drawn by the fame of their pious works!

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A black and white illustration of a young boy playing a flute while an older man, possibly a priest or monk, listens attentively in what appears to be a church or monastery setting. The older man is dressed in traditional religious robes, and there are various objects like a lectern and books around them. The scene suggests a moment of religious instruction or contemplation.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 – LENT DAY 14 – ST. LEANDER, BISHOP.

Follow the inspiring journey of St. Leander as he fervently restored the Catholic faith in Spain, despite banishment and harsh conditions- his zeal for reform was potent!

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FEBRUARY 26, 2024 – LENT DAY 13 – ST. PORPHYRY, BISHOP.

Find inspiration in St. Porphyry’s heroic efforts and sacrifices to spread Christianity in Gaza while destroying heathen temples and idols! Read how!

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Lola Belle Holmes at the 1968 Wanderer Forum: Communism is to Blame For Racism

In 1968, Lola Belle Holmes, former undercover FBI agent, spoke at the Wanderer Forum, discussing the Communist Party’s manipulations, particularly towards the Black community and civil rights. Holmes believed Communism fueled racial discord and civil unrest. Her experiences in Chicago’s civil rights movement informed her insights on advancement through seizing opportunities, not street demonstrations. Comparisons are made to contemporary events, suggesting historical parallels with her 1960s observations. The talk’s upcoming release underscores the continued relevance of her message against Communism.

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