Blog – Page 25 – The Bellarmine Forum

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OCTOBER 3, 2024 – ST. GERARD, ABBOT.

By John B. Manos | October 3, 2024

Discover the inspiring story of St. Gerard, a nobleman who dedicated his life to piety and devotion, founded an abbey, and successfully reformed many monasteries.

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OCTOBER 2, 2024 – THE HOLY GUARDIAN ANGELS.

By John B. Manos | October 2, 2024

Learn about the existence and importance of Guardian Angels and how we should respect and be mindful of their presence in our lives.

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OCTOBER 1, 2024 – ST. REMIGIUS, BISHOP.

By John B. Manos | October 1, 2024

Learn from the example of St. Remi, a humble and learned man, who converted and baptized the king of the Franks and established Catholicism in France.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 – ST. JEROME, DOCTOR.

By John B. Manos | September 30, 2024

Dive into the inspiring life of St. Jerome, from his thirst for knowledge to his time in the Syrian desert and his renowned work on revising the Latin Bible.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 – ST. MICHAEL, ARCHANGEL.

By John B. Manos | September 29, 2024

Discover the power and protection of St. Michael, the captain of God’s armies and the champion of all who face evil.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 – ST. WENCESLAS, MARTYR.

By John B. Manos | September 28, 2024

Learn about the inspiring life of St. Wenceslas, a brave and pious king who dedicated himself to the Blessed Sacrament and ultimately received martyrdom.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 – SS. COSMAS AND DAMIAN, MARTYRS.

By John B. Manos | September 27, 2024

Learn about the inspiring story of Saints Cosmas and Damian, brothers who practiced medicine with great success and charity, and ultimately gave their lives for their faith.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 – SS. CYPRIAN AND JUSTINA, MARTYRS.

By John B. Manos | September 26, 2024

Learn about the incredible conversion of St. Cyprian, from a life of crime and idolatry to a devout Christian, and the inspiring story of his martyrdom alongside Justina.