Catholic Saints
Learning from St. Teresa of Calcutta
When she was declared a saint, did Mother Teresa strut around heaven and rub it in that she has been officially recognized whereas most of the other souls there have not? Unlikely. We formally recognize saints not for their benefit, but for ours.
‘Thank God Ahead of Time’—A Look at Solanus Casey
Solanus’s struggle to find his place as a priest and member of the Capuchins followed him, in a sense, to his first assignment.
Read More →
St. Francis and the Feast of Pardon
The Feast of Pardon, as it is called in Italy, always attracts thousands of visitors and pilgrims to Assisi.
Read More →
A Celebration of St. Marguerite d’Youville
St. Marguerite was born in Varennes (Quebec), one of 10 children, in 1701. Her father died when she was seven. This loss left the family destitute.
Read More →
St. Clare’s Gamble
Many people thought Clare of Assisi, a noblewoman, was wasting her life by living as a cloistered nun at San Damiano. She proved them wrong.
Read More →
A Look Back at the Life of Padre Pio
Throughout his life, the boy who became Padre Pio was to bear a huge resemblance to the seraphic saint.
Read More →
The Legacy of Saint Katharine Drexel
Katharine Drexel’s story is rich, overflowing and, quite frankly, mind-boggling. Her story goes far beyond the millions of dollars she invested in establishing and supporting 65 schools, churches and centers in 21 states through her religious order, the Sisters of ...
Read More →