Christ the King, Saint Ferdinand III of Castile (1201-1252) was a great administrator who had very deep faith.  His friendship with You inspired him to […] Read More

Beloved Jesus, while Saint Maximinius (d.c.346) was a bishop, he took a stand against those who persecuted the Church.  He also protected other courageous bishops […] Read More

Heavenly Father, Saint Bernard of Menthon (c.1020–1081) protected travelers from thieves in the Alpine Mountains and established hospices for people making pilgrimages to Rome.  In […] Read More

Holy God, Saint Augustine of Canterbury (early 6th century) led a team of missionaries who converted the people of early England.  He worked hard to […] Read More

Spirit of God, Saint Philip Neri was a priest whom the people nicknamed the “Saint of Joy” because You had gifted him with a special […] Read More

Blessed Lord, Saint Bede the Venerable combined contemplative prayer with theological studies, always hungry to discover more of the riches of the Faith.  He especially […] Read More

Jesus My Lord, because of the great holiness of Saint Simeon Stylites the Younger’s (521-596) prayer life, and because of his growing reputation as a […] Read More

O Father, Saint John Baptist Dei Rossi was so aware of Your love, he felt he could never do enough for You.  Though an epileptic, […] Read More

Almighty Jesus, Saint Rita of Cascia had a special devotion to the Passion, because she felt unspeakable awe at what You did on the cross.  […] Read More

Dear Father, Saint Godric of Finchale (c.1065-1170) enjoyed living in solitude with You, spending much time in prayer and meditation.  He developed the gift of […] Read More