John B. Manos

A monk in robes and a white halo reads from an open book, surrounded by stacks of books. The scene is set in a dimly lit room with stone walls and arches, evoking a medieval or monastic setting. The artwork is in black and white.

MARCH 7 -ST THOMAS AQUINAS.

Learn from St. Thomas of Aquino and his unwavering faith in God! From his confinement in Rocca-Secca to teaching philosophy and theology, find out how his remarkable wisdom earned him the name ‘Angelic Doctor’.

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A woman kneeling in prayer with a halo, illuminated by divine light from above in a church setting. A crucifix hangs on the wall. Black and white illustration with Catholic themes.

MARCH 6 – ST. COLETTE, VIRGIN.

Draw inspiration from St. Colette, a devoted follower of our Blessed Lady and reformer of the Third Order of St. Francis, who stood up against opposition to successfully establish 17 convents of strict observance!

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A black and white illustration of Roman soldiers leading two robed figures, one holding a cross staff. The scene appears to depict a biblical or Catholic theme with historical Roman architecture in the background.

MARCH 5 -SS. ADRIAN AND EUBULUS, MARTYRS.

In the seventh year of Dioclesian’s persecution, Adrian and Eubulus bravely proclaimed their faith and fullfilled the path of Christ by accepting a glorious death over sacrificing to idols.

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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 – ST. CASIMIR, KING.

Learn from the example of St. Casimir, son of King Casimir III. of Poland! Read on to discover how his devotion to Our Blessed Lady and heroic virtue dedicated to prayer and care for the poor made a posthumous mark in history!

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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 – 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 – ST. SIMPLICIUS, POPE.

Relying on God’s wisdom, Pope Simplicius courageously led his Church through dark times; facing foreign occupiers and heretical forces alike. Learn how!

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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 – ST. DAVID, BISHOP. ST. ALBINUS, BISHOP.

Draw inspiration and guidance from St. David & St. Albinus as they overcame religious heresies in practice of piety, zealousness, and the pursuit of holiness. Read how!

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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 – 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 – 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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A black and white illustration of a person kneeling in prayer, with two figures on crosses above them. One figure is ascending to heaven, symbolizing a Catholic crucifixion scene with divine light rays emanating from above.

FEBRUARY 26 – 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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