Catholic Saints

Solanus Casey

Seven Days with Solanus Casey

The monastery doorbell rang at two o’clock in the morning. Father Solanus Casey ran down the steps to the door before anyone else was awakened. When he …

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Pray to Saints for Peace

With God’s help through the intercession of the saints, may our world be set free from war, violence, and terrorism.
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St. Francis and Mary

Why Was St. Francis So Devoted to Mary? 

I have heard that St. Francis of Assisi was very devoted to Mary, the mother of Jesus. Why? Did Francis write about her? 
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bird sitting on a hand with food

This Is Gospel Poverty

I have found a tremendous amount of foundational stability, trust, and comfort in the generosity of others.
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St. Anthony

Lost & Found: Thank You, St. Anthony of Padua

The array of wonders attributed to St. Anthony in story and legend is astounding in its variety.
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light shining through a open door.

Doorway to Awakening

The last line of St. Francis’ prayer presents us with one of the paradoxes of the spiritual journey.
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Lay saints

Why So Few Lay Saints?

Few lay men or women have been formally canonized. Most saints belonged to religious communities.
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