John B. Manos

A bearded saint in robes sits under a tree, accompanied by a lion. The scene is set outdoors with ancient buildings and pyramids in the background. Black and white illustration, likely depicting a Catholic saint and his companion lion.

APRIL 25 – ST. MARK, EVANGELIST.

Draw inspiration from St. Mark, the faithful companion of St. Peter, by learning about the founding of the Church of Alexandria, his disciples’ piety and asceticism, and the story behind his Gospel!

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A monk with a halo stands peacefully while three armed soldiers approach him aggressively in a mountainous landscape. The scene is depicted in black and white, highlighting Catholic themes of martyrdom or persecution.

APRIL 24 – ST. FIDELIS OF SIGMARINGEN.

Follow St. Fidelis’ example of devotion and piety as he chose a life of penance, preached in dangerous circumstances, and became the first martyr of Propaganda!

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A knight on horseback battles a dragon in a rocky, watery landscape. The knight is armored and holds a spear with a cross banner. Black-and-white illustration, likely depicting a Catholic saint slaying evil.

APRIL 23 – ST. GEORGE, MARTYR.

Praise St. George for his unfaltering fortitude and devotion to his faith even in the face of Diocletian’s relentless persecution! Read how he took on legions, lions, and dragons!

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A black and white illustration of a robed figure holding a scroll, standing in an ancient architectural setting with ornate columns and a large decorated barrel. The figure has a halo, suggesting a saint or religious theme.

APRIL 22 – ST. SOTER, POPE, MARTYR. – ST. LEONIDES, MARTYR.

Learn about St. Soter and St. Leonides, two brave souls who sacrificed themselves for the Christian faith during the violent persecution of Emperor Severus!

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A black and white illustration of Catholic monks by a shore, with one monk blessing or healing a man lying on the ground. A ship is visible in the background, and another monk stands nearby with a halo, indicating sainthood.

APRIL 21 – ST. ANSELM, ARCHBISHOP.

Take inspiration from St. Anselm and his devotion to the Blessed Lady as he fought for the Church’s rights against a tyrant king and was the first to establish the Feast of the Immaculate Conception in the West.

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Three pilgrims in medieval robes and staffs, one with a halo, walking together in a landscape. One pilgrim points towards distant buildings and mountains. Black and white illustration with Catholic themes, likely depicting saints or pilgrims on a journey.

APRIL 20 – ST. MARCELLINUS, BISHOP.

Draw inspiration from the life of St. Marcellinus – a devoted preacher, who followed his calling and worked hard to build a chapel, converting heathens and setting an example for others.

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A black and white illustration of a saint kneeling in prayer, surrounded by armed men aiming bows. The scene depicts an attempt to assassinate the saint with arrows, highlighting a moment of religious persecution.

APRIL 19 – ST. ELPHEGE, ARCHBISHOP.

Find inspiration and courage in St. Elphege’s refusal to buy his freedom by taxing the poor – despite being imprisoned and tortured, he remained true to his vows and died praying for his captors!

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A woman in ancient attire holds a cup while speaking to a seated man in a classical setting, possibly depicting a biblical or historical scene. The artwork is in black and white.

APRIL 18 – ST. APOLLONIUS, MARTYR.

St. Apollonius fearlessly confronted Roman Senate while persisting in his refusal to renounce his faith, and was condemned and beheaded for it in 186.

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A black and white illustration of two robed figures in a room with religious artifacts, one seated and holding a book, the other standing and gesturing. The scene depicts a Catholic setting with religious themes.

APRIL 17 – ST. ANICETUS, POPE, MARTYR.

Discover the life of St. Anicetus and explore how his unwavering faithfulness and vigilance against heretics can influence our own relationship with God.

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A woman dressed in a long robe and head covering stands at the entrance of a building with bookshelves, holding a candle. The scene is in black and white, evoking a historical or religious theme.

APRIL 16 – EIGHTEEN MARTYRS OF SARAGOSSA, AND ST. ENCRATIS, OR ENGRATIA, VIRGIN, MARTYR.

Honor St. Encratis, a Portuguese Virgin whose Father promised her in marriage to a man of quality, but instead she fled to Saragossa & faced unparallelled tortures!

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