Daily Readings

A monk in robes stirs a large pot over an open fire outdoors, with religious architecture and books visible. Black and white illustration of a Catholic setting.

MAY 13, 2025 – ST. JOHN THE SILENT. OUR LADY OF FATIMA.

By John B. Manos | May 13, 2025

From noble birth to monk life: meet John, who ditched bishop bling for desert silence. Discover how humility outshone his noble pedigree.

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A black and white illustration of a robed saint with a halo, holding a staff and book. The figure stands on rocky terrain under a dramatic sky, evoking themes of pilgrimage or spiritual journey.

MAY 12, 2025 – ST. EPIPHANIUS, ARCHBISHOP.

By John B. Manos | May 12, 2025

Meet St. Epiphanius: monk, bishop, part-time hospitality enthusiast, and full-time virtue powerhouse. His story? Holier than your morning coffee. Ready to be inspired?

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A black and white illustration of a religious procession with clergy in robes, one holding a cross, another a book. A bishop is central, wearing a mitre and holding a staff. People are gathered around in medieval attire, with a backdrop of buildings and clouds. The scene depicts a Catholic religious ceremony or procession.

MAY 11, 2025 – ST. MAMMERTUS, ARCHBISHOP.

By John B. Manos | May 11, 2025

When earthquakes, fires, and beasts attack, call St. Mammertus! He prayed, fires fizzled, and voila—Rogation Days were born. Click to meet the miracle man.

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A black and white illustration of a bishop blessing two sick individuals, one seated and the other lying down. The bishop holds a staff with a cross. A cityscape is visible in the background, suggesting an urban setting. The scene conveys a Catholic theme of healing and pastoral care.

MAY 10, 2025 – ST. ANTONINUS, BISHOP.

By John B. Manos | May 10, 2025

Tiny man, colossal kindness. St. Antoninus mastered books, dodged luxury, and gave his mule (yes, his mule) to the poor. Curious? Click to read more!

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A person with a halo sits in contemplation amidst rocky terrain, dressed in flowing robes, suggesting a religious or spiritual scene. Black and white illustration.

MAY 9, 2025 – ST. GREGORY NAZIANZEN.

By John B. Manos | May 9, 2025

Saintly brawls, heretics foiled, and a hitman turned bestie—discover how St. Gregory’s patience outwitted outrage in ancient Constantinople.

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A figure with wings and a robe ascends into a cloudy sky, surrounded by radiant light. The scene is in black and white with Catholic themes of ascension or divine intervention, featuring a barren tree on the right.

MAY 8, 2025 – THE APPARITION OF ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL.

By John B. Manos | May 8, 2025

Meet St. Michael: Heaven’s MVP, Lucifer’s worst nightmare, and your personal celestial bodyguard. Humility beats evil—who knew? Click to read the heavenly saga.

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A black and white illustration of a Catholic bishop kneeling before a seated saint in a church setting. A man in elaborate robes appears to be pushing the bishop, with other figures observing. The scene suggests a dramatic or confrontational moment within a religious context.

MAY 7, 2025 – ST. STANISLAS, BISHOP, MARTYR.

By John B. Manos | May 7, 2025

Saint vs. Scandal: Bishop Stanislas rebukes a wild king, raises the dead, and gets martyred at Mass. Drama, miracles, and royal rage await!

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A black and white illustration of early Christian martyrs being persecuted in ancient Rome. One figure is praying while another is being burned at the stake, with Roman soldiers present and a cityscape in the background. The scene depicts Catholic martyrdom under religious persecution.

MAY 6, 2025 – ST. JOHN BEFORE THE LATIN GATE.

By John B. Manos | May 6, 2025

Boiling oil bath? No problem for St. John! Discover how he walked out refreshed, baffling emperors and inspiring saints. Click to unravel the miracle!

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A black and white illustration of two Catholic monks in a monastery setting. One monk is kneeling in prayer, while the other stands holding a book. The scene depicts religious devotion and contemplation within a stone-walled room with arched windows.

MAY 5, 2025 – ST. PIUS V.

By John B. Manos | May 5, 2025

Saint. Reformer. Ottoman-crusher. Discover how St. Pius V tackled heresy, reformed Rome, and accidentally kissed poisoned feet. Click to uncover the saintly drama!

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A woman with a halo sits by water in a serene landscape, holding an open book. She is dressed in long robes and appears to be praying or reading. The scene includes ruins, palm trees, and a calm body of water with ducks in the background. The artwork is in black and white, evoking a historical or religious theme.

MAY 4, 2025 – ST. MONICA.

By John B. Manos | May 4, 2025

When your prayers are so powerful, even a stubborn genius like Augustine can’t escape. Monica’s secret weapon? Divine persistence with a dash of motherly guilt.

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