Daily Readings

A black-and-white illustration of a Catholic confessional scene with two women and a priest. One woman is kneeling, confessing to the priest who sits in a booth with a crucifix. The other woman waits nearby, holding rosary beads.

JULY 26, 2025 – ST. ANNE.

By John B. Manos | July 26, 2025

St. Anne’s life: prayer, patience, and parenting perfection. She raised Mary, waved goodbye at three, then embraced sainthood. Legendary mom vibes, biblical edition.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic scene where a kneeling figure embraces another person, with a haloed saint in the background. A crowd and soldiers are present, suggesting a historical or biblical context.

JULY 25, 2025 – ST. JAMES, APOSTLE.

By John B. Manos | July 25, 2025

Meet James: fiery Apostle, ‘Son of Thunder,’ master of bold faith, forgiven blunders, and unshaken courage. Martyrdom? Check. Crowns? Shared. This isn’t your Sunday School story.

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A black and white illustration of an angelic figure with wings, dressed in flowing robes, sitting on clouds. The scene evokes a serene, heavenly atmosphere with Catholic themes.

JULY 24, 2025 – ST. CHRISTINA, VIRGIN AND MARTYR.

By John B. Manos | July 24, 2025

She wrecked idols, survived flames, outlived her spiteful dad, and even shrugged off serpents. St. Christina’s life was basically medieval action-horror.

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A historical scene in black and white depicting a saint kneeling with a halo, facing an executioner preparing to behead them. A crowd watches in the background. The scene suggests a Catholic martyrdom.

JULY 20, 2025 – ST. MARGARET, VIRGIN AND MARTYR. & ST. JEROME EMILIANI.

By John B. Manos | July 20, 2025

From dungeons to divine missions—discover how St. Margaret and St. Jerome turned torment into timeless tales of faith, chains, and miracles.

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A black and white illustration of a robed man, likely a saint or priest, blessing two abandoned babies in a manger. The scene is set outdoors with stone ruins and hay on the ground, evoking themes of charity and compassion in Catholic tradition.

JULY 19, 2025 – ST. VINCENT OF PAUL.

By John B. Manos | July 19, 2025

Meet St. Vincent: pig wrangler, pirate captive, oar-rowing hero. He swapped chains with prisoners and hearts with the rich. This isn’t your average saint story.

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A black and white illustration of a young boy in medieval attire praying, with an older figure standing nearby. The boy has a halo indicating sanctity. A ladder and easel are present, suggesting an artistic context. The scene appears to be set in a doorway of a building with stone walls.

JULY 18, 2025 – ST. CAMILLUS OF LELLIS.

By John B. Manos | July 18, 2025

From reckless soldier to saintly nurse, Camillus swapped dice for devotion. Discover how a hot-headed gambler became a heavenly helper.

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A young boy in a halo reads a book while sitting on steps, with another figure walking away. Black and white illustration of a serene outdoor scene with classical architecture in the background, suggesting a Catholic theme.

JULY 17, 2025 – ST. ALEXIUS.

By John B. Manos | July 17, 2025

Rome’s richest heir ditches his wedding, lives incognito as a beggar, and his own parents don’t recognize him. Talk about dodging family drama!

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A black and white illustration of a nun kneeling before the Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus, set against clouds. The scene depicts a religious vision with Catholic themes.

JULY 16, 2025 – ST. SIMON STOCK.

By John B. Manos | July 16, 2025

Simon swapped a cozy tree trunk for heaven’s VIP list. Witness miraculous scapular moments, saintly escapades, and divine wardrobe tips you didn’t know you needed.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic bishop blessing people kneeling before him in a church setting. The bishop holds a staff and makes the sign of the cross with his right hand.

JULY 15, 2025 – ST. HENRY, EMPEROR.

By John B. Manos | July 15, 2025

Saint Henry: visions, angels, battles, and a limp to prove it. Discover the holy roller who reigned with divine flair and zero chill.

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A black and white illustration of a baptismal scene in a church. A priest performs the rite over an infant, with several onlookers and a baptismal font. The priest wears religious attire, including a halo indicating sanctity.

JULY 14, 2025 – ST. BONAVENTURE.

By John B. Manos | July 14, 2025

Saints, scholars, and… dish duty? Meet Bonaventure, the ‘Seraphic Doctor’ who mixed divine wisdom with humble chores and still earned the Church’s top honors.

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