John B. Manos
JUNE 2 – SS. POTHINUS, BISHOP, SANCTUS, ATTALUS, BLANDINA, AND THE OTHER MARTYRS OF LYONS.
Learn about the infamous Vienne & Lyons Persecution of 177, where Christians such as Sts. Blandina and Irenzeus stood firm in their faith, inspiring even the non-believers to admiration.
JUNE 1 – ST. JUSTIN, MARTYR. & ST. PAMPHILUS, MARTYR.
Follow in the footsteps of St. Justin, who sought knowledge of God amidst the contending schools of philosophy, and gained faith through prayer, Scripture, and Christian martyrs.
MAY 31 – ST. PETRONILLA, VIRGIN.
Learn from the heavenly example of St. Petronilla, who lived to make progress in the eternal bliss for which we are all called. Heed the great lesson that our conversation and occupations should be focused on eternity!
MAY 30 – ST. FELIX I, POPE AND MARTYR.
Learn from the example of St. Felix who courageously defended the Church and provided strength to believers during the persecution of Aurelian.
MAY 29 – ST. CYRIL, MARTYR.
Follow in St. Cyril’s footsteps and emulate his combination of faith, courage, and joy as he stood up to persecution, refused earthly rewards, and ultimately gave his life for the name of Christ.
MAY 28 – ST. GERMANUS, BISHOP.
Take inspiration from St. Germanus and his devotion to the church of France – learn how he miraculously changed the city of Paris, converted King Childebert and how his austerities led him to age gracefully!
MAY 27 – ST. MARY MAGDALEN OF PAZZI. & VENERABLE BEDE.
Learn about St. Mary Magdalen of Pazzi’s exemplary devotion – from teaching Christian doctrine to novices, to winning over her family for a religious life, discover why her sisters named her “the Mother of Charity” & “Charity of the Monastery”.
MAY 26 – ST. PHILIP NERI. & ST. AUGUSTINE, APOSTLE OF ENGLAND.
Discover the life of St. Philip that brought joy, peace, and happiness to all those around him through his second Pentecost like presence!
MAY 25 – ST. GREGORY VII.
Draw inspiration from Pope Gregory VII. and his unwavering devotion to the Church as he battled against simony, concubinage, and investiture by lay hands. Read how!
MAY 24 – SS. DONATIAN AND ROGATIAN, MARTYRS.
Look to the example of Donatian and Rogatian to be inspired by the power of faith and courage in the face of prosectution for the name of Christ.
