Augustine the Saint
Clearly, after God, it is to Monica his mother that Augustine owes everything. And he heaps upon every memory he has of her, of the great goodness of her life and example, all possible praise.
Happy Feast of St. Valentine’s Day
St. Valentine apparently did not meet the DEI criteria or the historical-critical requirement, so he was removed from the liturgical calendar.
Uncomfortable Martyrdoms
The dominant narrative of victimized American Indians and victimizer white settlers has a tendency to obscure what the many civilizations and tribes of our continent’s indigenous populations were truly like.
Would St. Ambrose Get Fired Today?
What would Pope Francis have done with an Ambrose standing in the emperor’s path?
The Priest Who Challenged Me to Be a Better Priest
The wisdom and witness of Fr. Willie Doyle challenged me personally and both enriched and renewed my priesthood. Fr. Doyle has made me a better priest.
Pride Month vs. the Hammer of Heretics
Through the life and witness of the saint of Padua, we can learn how to navigate our time of heresies as well.
The Quest for the True Cross
The reality of the True Cross, found by St. Helena, testifies to the historical facts behind the Gospel, and thereby behind our salvation.
The Doubter Who Defended Damien of Molokai
One of St. Damien of Molokai’s strongest defenders was the non-Catholic novelist Robert Louis Stevenson.
Light a Siena Fire
In our world today, it is boldness among the faithful which is the ingredient that we lack the most.
My Visit with Sister Wilhelmina
I recently returned from a trip to Gower, Missouri to venerate Sister Wilhelmina, founder of the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostles, and an incorrupt.
Humble Weapons for Humble Warriors
Relics and sacramentals—bone, skin, muscle, clothing, salt, water, ash—are all things that ground us, the humblest of spiritual weapons.
Nationalistic Saints
Saints such as Joan of Arc and Thomas More demonstrate that being holy does not mean being disengaged from public service.
Mother Cabrini and Deaconesses
The biggest problem of the participation of women in the leadership of the Church today is frankly being ignored: the decline of active religious life.
Mother Cabrini’s Empire of Hope: The Movie
Cabrini is basically an action movie, a David and Goliath tale. You can’t help but cheer for the underdog who feels God’s call so intensely. It will capture young viewers with the risk and excitement of the Christian life.
How 26 Men and Boys Conquered a King
St. Paul Miki and his companions rejoiced at the news that they were to die for Christ.
Are We Catholic Enough to Make Enemies?
St. John Bosco underwent assassination attempts because of his bold mission in Catholic education. Should Catholic schools expect to make similar enemies if they are truly teaching the Faith?
Remembering a Good and Faithful Servant
Fr. Al Lauer was a faithful priest whose impact is felt decades after his untimely death.
Too Many Saints Looking for Work!
Think about all the saints in Heaven who have never had big followings, or have simply been forgotten by us on this side of the veil. They are waiting there for you and me to ask for their intercession.
Saints Walking Among Us
Gaining a cozy, daily familiarity with a handful of the old saints can alleviate some of the depression and loneliness we might feel in the present often unfriendly environment of our Church.
Remembering the Slave of the Slaves
St. Peter Claver’s ministry to black slaves is plainly remarkable and perhaps unparalleled among anyone in the history of the Catholic Church and perhaps Christianity as a whole.
