Catholic Saints
Saint Charles de Foucauld
Franciscan Media
December 1
Orphaned at the age of six, Charles de Foucauld was raised by his devout grandfather. He rejected the Catholic faith as a teenager, but resumed its practice around age 30. He then became a Trappist monk. After leaving the monastery, Charles traveled extensively, living a peaceful and somewhat hidden life.
Saint Andrew
Franciscan Media
November 30
Saint Andrew was Saint Peter’s brother, and was called by Jesus along with Peter. We know very little about Andrew except that he too was a fisherman, and a disciple of Saint John the Baptist.
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Saint Clement
Franciscan Media
November 29
Saint Clement was the fourth pope of the Church, living toward the end of the first century. He is known for his letter to the church at Corinth, in which he tried to reestablish peace between the clergy and the ...
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Saint James of the Marche
Franciscan Media
November 28
Saint James of the Marche was born in the Marche of Ancona. Before joining the Friars Minor, he earned doctorates in canon and civil law at the University of Perugia. He lived a very austere life, and was an extremely ...
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‘Let Us Begin Again’: An Advent Invitation
Diane M. Houdek
November 27, 2020
Throughout the season of Advent, we explore the mystery of the Incarnation, Jesus letting go of divine splendor to embrace a human existence.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Advent
Pat McCloskey, OFM
November 27, 2020
Advent, which comes from the Latin word for arrival or coming, is a period of preparation for the birth of our Lord.
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Saint Francesco Antonio Fasani
Franciscan Media
November 27
Saint Francesco Antonio Fasani was a Conventual Franciscan who taught the younger members of his community and served in administration. He was recognized as a great preacher and confessor. In the minds of the local people Francesco was considered a ...
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