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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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A medieval scene with three men: a laborer in dark clothing holding a hammer, a bishop in religious vestments and mitre, and a monk. The setting appears to be a construction site with scaffolding and stone structures in the background, suggesting a Catholic cathedral or church being built. The bishop is blessing the work with a scroll in hand, emphasizing religious dedication and construction efforts.

APRIL 15 – ST. PATERNUS, BISHOP.

Learn from St. Paternus’ example of peace and humility as he embraced a monastic life, founded a monastery, converted idolaters and served as Bishop of Avranches.

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A young shepherd boy with a halo plays a pan flute, tending to sheep and goats in a pastoral landscape. The scene is black and white with Catholic themes, suggesting a depiction of Saint Francis or another holy figure.

APRIL 14 – ST. BENEZET, OR LITTLE BENNET.

St. Benezet took on a difficult mission from God when he was just a child and labored for seven years to build the iconic bridge over the Rhone that still stands in Avignon, inspired by miracles!

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