John B. Manos
FEBRUARY 23 – ST. PETER DAMIAN, ST. SERENUS
Discover the life of St. Peter Damian, who left a cruel brother to his studies before joining the monks of Font-Avellano and rising in status & influence. Read about his mission to reform the Church & stand for Alexander II. against an Antipope!
ASH WEDNESDAY.
From early centuries, the Church reminds us of our humble beginnings with the custom of ash sprinkling on the first day of Lent; Submission to this observance brings sinners closer to reconciliation with the Church.
FEBRUARY 22 – ST. PETER’S CHAIR AT ANTIOCH.
Celebrate St. Peter’s establishment of the see of Antioch and how it was customary in the East to keep anniversaries like baptismal vows and bishop consecrations.
FEBRUARY 21 – ST. SEVERIANUS, MARTYR, BISHOP.
Follow in Saint Euthymius’ footsteps and stand up to injustice – read his story of devotion, martyrdom, and how he courageously defended orthodoxy.
FEBRUARY 20 – ST. EUCHERIUS, BISHOP.
St. Eucherius left a life of fame & power for contemplation & prayer, believing that worldly indulgence weakens piety instead of softening the soul.
QUINQUAGESIMA SUNDAY – THE FORTY HOURS’ DEVOTION.
Quinquagesima Sunday is the preparation for Lent, with our Church teaching us of spiritual danger and maxims of the Gospel to help regain our faith.
FEBRUARY 19 – ST. BARBATUS, BISHOP.
Embark on a spiritual journey to learn about the remarkable story of St. Barbatus, who preached fearlessly and saved the Italian state of Benevento from destruction! Driven by devotion, St. Barbatus proved his courage & resilience while he preached tirelessly against idolatry and defended her hometown from destruction.
FEBRUARY 18 – ST. SIMEON, BISHOP, MARTYR.
Take inspiration from St. Simeon and his unwavering faith in the face of persecution – convert the world around you with his faith, patience, and example. Through incredible faith and perseverance amid suffering, St. Simeon converted thousands to Christianity while leading Jerusalem’s Church for forty-three years.
FEBRUARY 17 – ST. FLAVIAN, BISHOP, MARTYR.
Take courage from St. Flavian, who sealed his fidelity to the Pope with his blood during a battle against Eutyches’ heresy. Learn the inspiring story of St. Flavian and his uncompromised loyalty to the Roman Pontiff by refusing to yield to money, heresy and even violent persecution!
FEBRUARY 16 – BLESSED JOHN DE BRITTO, MARTYR. ST. ONESIMUS, DISCIPLE OF ST. PAUL.
John de Britto bravely left everything behind and dedicated himself to converting 10K+ Hindoos despite violent opposition and a martyr’s death. Once a slave, Onesimus met with St. Paul and received his letter of recommendation before becoming a missionary & martyr through faith in God’s love.
