Catholic Saints

St. Clare of Assisi illustration

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.

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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.
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St. Katharine Drexel

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 ...
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Illustration of Pope John Paul II and Pope John XXIII

John XXIII and John Paul II: Beloved Saints

God touched the lives of John XXIII and John Paul II.
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Basilica of St. Francis | Photo by Raimond Klavins on Unsplash

Saint Francis for Seekers

Over 40 years ago, a gentle Franciscan high school teacher penned a seminal book about Saint Francis. It wasn’t a biography or a treatise on the little Poor Man of Assisi but a romantic, imaginative work that presents the saint from the ...
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Mural of Saint Juan Diego

Saint Juan Diego: New World Apostle

Juan Diego is more well-known than any king, queen, bishop, missionary or conquistador of that era. Though famous personalities pass away, Juan Diego continues to live in the memory of the people.
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lots of food on a table

Thanksgiving with Saints Philemon and Apphia

This holy couple offers four lessons for your feast.
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