Franciscan Media

Saint of the Day
Our Lady of Sorrows
Saint of the Day

Our Lady of Sorrows

The principal biblical references to Our Lady of Sorrows are Simeon’s prediction about a sword piercing Mary’s soul, and Jesus’ words from the cross to Mary and to the beloved disciple. The two passages are brought together as prediction and fulfillment.

Read More »
September 15
Saints Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus

Saints Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus

August 31
We know little about Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus except what we find in scripture. We do know that they were Jewish men of some standing who were not afraid to express their respect for Jesus.
Read More →
Statue of Saint Jeanne Jugan

Saint Jeanne Jugan

August 30
Canonized in 2009, Saint Jeanne Jugan had a history of helping the elderly and the poor. She founded the Little Sisters of the Poor to help her with her work, and by the time of her death the community numbered ...
Read More →
Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist

Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist

August 29
The martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist is one of the most gruesome stories in the New Testament. Yet it is the story of the victory of faith and loyalty over cowardice and hate.
Read More →
Saint Augustine of Hippo

Saint Augustine of Hippo

August 28
Saint Augustine of Hippo is a giant in many ways. He had a powerful and forceful personality which he used both before and after his conversion. He had a passion for whatever he did, and this showed up in his ...
Read More →
Stained Glass window of Saint Monica

Saint Monica

August 27
Perhaps Saint Monica is best known as the mother of Saint Augustine—a pretty noble label. But Saint Monica was also the mother of two other children, and is known as a woman of great prayer.
Read More →
Saint Joseph Calasanz

Saint Joseph Calasanz

August 26
Saint Joseph Calasanz dedicated his life to poor children. He gathered teachers to help him, and eventually organized the Clerks Regular of Religious Schools--also known as the Piarists or Scolopi. But his work was not without opposition, as some objected ...
Read More →
Statue of Saint Louis of France

Saint Louis of France

August 25
Saint Louis of France took his position seriously as both king and Christian. A true son of the Church, Louis worked for peace and reconciliation within his kingdom and beyond. He was generous with his wealth and his time. He ...
Read More →

Sign Up for Our Daily Newsletter​

Includes Saint of the Day, Minute Meditations, and Pause + Pray.