Catholic Saints
The Origins of the Rosary
The Mysteries of Light seem to be not only a most fitting development of the rosary, but also a providential one for our age and one that is likely to stand the test of time.
The Poor Man’s Breviary
Prayers to Saint Anthony of Padua
It is a venerable Christian tradition to turn in prayer to Anthony of Padua—and to other saintly men and women already enjoying the glorious presence of God.
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Getting to Know Joel, Old Testament Prophet
Every Ash Wednesday this Old Testament prophet sets the tone for Lent.
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Fr. Gary Caster on Mother Teresa
Fr. Gary Caster will be the first to admit that his life has been touched by countless moments of grace. One memory in particular stands out.
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Sisterhood of Saints: Thérèse of Lisieux
When we think of Thérèse of Lisieux, we think of her “Little Way,” the practice of offering up even the most commonplace tasks to God’s glory. But the Little Way came no more easily to its originator than it does to ...
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Sisterhood of Saints: Hildegard of Bingen
Surely you have heard of Hildegard of Bingen, the medieval mystic, composer, author, poet, and playwright who, in October 2012, became the thirty-fifth Doctor of the Church—and the fourth female Doctor.
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Sisterhood of Saints: Teresa Benedicta of the Cross
Teresa Benedicta of the Cross may be one of the best known Catholic converts of the twentieth century. She was born Edith Stein on Yom Kippur and was raised Jewish, but she abandoned a faith life at an early age.
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