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A black and white illustration of a robed religious figure, likely a saint or priest, pointing to an ancient tomb. The tomb has inscriptions in Latin. Several other figures stand nearby observing. The scene appears to be set in an ancient, dimly lit catacomb or crypt with Catholic themes. The text on the tomb reads "HIC DEPOSITVM EST MARTYR SANCTVS"."

DECEMBER 11, 2025 – ST. DAMASUS, POPE.

Rome’s sassiest Pope wrangled schisms, squashed heresies, and jazzed up martyr tombs with poetry—because even saints knew branding mattered in the 4th century.

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A black and white illustration of a woman in religious attire pointing towards an altar, with two other figures nearby. The scene appears to be set in a church or religious setting, emphasizing Catholic themes.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 – ST. EULALIA, VIRGIN, MARTYR.

Fiery preteen Eulalia takes on Rome’s worst bully, flips idols, and turns martyrdom into a wild act of defiance. Smoke, courage, and sass ignite.

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A woman lying in a manger with a baby, set against a stone wall and archway. Black and white illustration depicting a nativity scene with Catholic themes, featuring traditional attire and a lantern on the ground.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 – ST. LEOCADIA, VIRGIN, MARTYR.

A fearless Toledo girl takes on a cruel governor, prays for a heavenly reunion, and skips straight to eternal glory. History, faith, and drama collide.

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A robed figure stands atop a globe with rays of light emanating from behind, symbolizing divine illumination. The scene is set against a cloudy sky with a haloed sun in the background, evoking Catholic themes of divine presence and guidance. The figure holds a staff or scepter in one hand, suggesting authority and leadership.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 – THE FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION.

Serpent-smashing Virgin, heavenly cheers, and a 19th-century upgrade to divine dogma—discover why the Immaculate Conception is the feast Catholics can’t stop celebrating.

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A historical scene in black and white featuring a bishop, soldiers, and civilians. The bishop is blessing or anointing a kneeling man in armor, suggesting a Catholic ordination or ritual. The setting appears to be indoors with an arched doorway and religious figures in traditional attire.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 – ST. AMBROSE, BISHOP.

Imagine showing up to keep the peace and leaving as bishop, rebuking emperors, and befriending Monica. Ambrose’s life proves divine plot twists are wild.

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A black and white illustration of a robed saint baptizing two infants in a wooden tub near water. The saint holds a staff and the scene is set outdoors with trees in the background.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 – ST. NICHOLAS OF BARI.

Before stockings and sleighs, Nicholas lobbed gold through windows and rescued the innocent. Saintly deeds, secret missions, and a dash of scandal await.

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A black and white illustration of a robed figure, possibly a monk or saint, standing on rocky terrain with a halo around their head. The figure holds a staff and a book, overlooking a landscape with mountains and water in the background.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 – ST. SABAS, ABBOT.

From spoiled heir to cave-dwelling legend, St. Sabas ditched family drama for desert life, founded monasteries, and lived to ninety-four. Drama solved.

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A saintly figure in a flowing robe and halo, holding a cross-staff, stands amidst rocky terrain with dramatic clouds. The scene evokes themes of faith and pilgrimage in a Catholic context.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 – ST. BARBARA, VIRGIN, MARTYR.

Dad builds a prison tower. Daughter finds Jesus. Torture, beheading, and a surprise heavenly lightning strike. Moral? Don’t underestimate a saint—or God’s aim.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic priest blessing fallen soldiers in battle, with crosses and other soldiers in the background. The priest holds a cross aloft while kneeling figures surround him, suggesting a scene of spiritual support during conflict.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 – ST. FRANCIS XAVIER.

From lecture halls to leaky boats, this restless saint sprinted through empires, outwitted rivals, and nearly stormed China before God called him home. Adventure meets devotion.

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A black and white illustration of three men in historical attire, one holding a whip, another being restrained. They appear to be in an indoor setting with stone walls and a door. The scene suggests a religious or historical context, possibly related to Catholic themes of penance or punishment.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 – ST. BIBIANA, VIRGIN, MARTYR.

Whipped with lead, offered sin, and left with nothing—Bibiana’s steadfast courage in the face of Rome’s cruelty turns a grim page into a gripping tale.

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