John B. Manos

A black and white illustration of a priest teaching students in a medieval classroom setting, with religious symbols visible. Students are seated on benches, some holding books. A crucifix hangs in the background.

AUGUST 27 – ST. JOSEPH CALASANCTIUS.

Draw inspiration from St. Joseph Calasanctius and his love of God-motivated reforms, including founding the Order of Clerks Regular of the Pious Schools where devotion and prayer began every lesson. Read how!

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A black and white illustration of a robed bishop with a staff blessing a kneeling monk in a stone cathedral. The scene depicts a Catholic religious ritual, with crosses and ornate architectural details visible in the background.

AUGUST 26 – ST. ZEPHYRINUS, POPE AND MARTYR.

Discover the inspiring story of St. Zephyrinus, the pope who courageously protected and defended Christ’s divinity from heretics during the five-year long Severus persecution.

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A historical scene featuring a group of people in medieval attire, including a crowned figure and clergy, with some kneeling. The setting appears to be a religious ceremony or coronation, emphasizing Catholic themes. The illustration is in black and white.

AUGUST 25 – ST. LOUIS, KING.

Draw strength from St. Louis, the King of France, and his unwavering devotion to protecting the Catholic faith from Albigensian heretics and blasphemers.

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A black and white illustration of Jesus Christ being laid in a tomb, surrounded by mourners. The scene depicts a somber Catholic theme of entombment with figures in traditional attire.

AUGUST 24 – ST. BARTHOLOMEW, APOSTLE.

Drawing inspiration from the Apostles, St. Bartholomew, surely one of Christianity’s greats, carried the Gospel beyond the East & was martyred in Armenia. Read more!

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A monk with a halo stands beside two oxen pulling a plow in a rural setting, under a cloudy sky. The monk is dressed in traditional robes and holds a tool. Black and white illustration with Catholic themes.

AUGUST 23 – ST. PHILIP BENIZI.

Follow St. Philip Benizi as he gives up fame and fortune to become a servant of Mary, devoting his life to penance and restoring peace to Italy. Read more!

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A black and white illustration of a group of people in ancient Roman attire, including soldiers and robed figures. One figure is being led away, with others gesturing dramatically. The scene appears to depict a religious or judicial event, possibly related to early Christian martyrdom.

AUGUST 22 – ST. SYMPHORIAN, MARTYR.

Learn how St. Symphorian faced death with joy as he chose to obey God rather than man and inspire many miracles of faith that built the foundation of a Roman Empire led by Christianity.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic priest and a nun in traditional attire, standing by an altar. The priest is presenting a book to the nun. A religious icon hangs on the wall behind them, and there are ornate chairs in the background.

AUGUST 21 – ST. JANE FRANCES DE CHANTAL.

With faith and fortitude, St. Jane Frances de Fremyot weathered successive trials, including family loss, ill-treatment and spiritual desolation, to found an Order with St. Francis de Sales. Learn more!

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A monk in religious attire sits at a desk with books and a snake, holding a chalice. Black-and-white illustration of Catholic themes.

AUGUST 20 – ST. BERNARD.

Discover the inspiring life of St. Bernard, who renounced the world to join the monks of Citeaux and became a renowned abbot of Clairvaux.

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A woman kneels in prayer before monks holding books, set in a dimly lit room with stone walls. The scene depicts Catholic religious devotion and inquiry.

AUGUST 19 – ST. LOUIS, BISHOP.

Saint Louis, born in 1294, dedicated his life to divine service and had a strong devotion to God from a young age.

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Two black-and-white illustrations: a crowned woman standing by a cross, symbolizing Catholic devotion; and a monk kneeling in prayer with a rosary. The illustrations depict religious themes of faith and worship.

AUGUST 18 – ST. HELENA, EMPRESS. ST. AGAPETUS, MARTYR.

Follow in the footsteps of St. Helena, who embraced Christianity late in life and found the true Cross of our Lord, building a glorious church on Mount Calvary! Read more here!

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