John B. Manos
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.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
FEBRUARY 25 – ST. TARASIUS.
Learn from St. Tarasius, Patriarch of Constantinople, and his unwavering devotion to God and His Church-defying an Emperor to protect the sanctity of marriage!
FEBRUARY 24 – ST. MATTHIAS, APOSTLE.
Through prayer & casting lots, St. Matthias was called as one of Christ’s apostles, known for his exemplary profound mortification & perseverance in faith.
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.
