Tag: #saints

Generous God, Saint John of Egypt (c.305-394) was a hermit who made himself available to people who needed spiritual help.  Many people, including the emperor, sought his counsel.  He could prophesy the future, look into […] Read More

Most Gracious God, Saint Ludger (742-809) poured all his energy into his priestly ministry and delighted in teaching about You.  He spoke to anyone who would listen, any time he would find an opportunity.  O […] Read More

Holy Spirit, at the Annunciation, You spoke to Mary through an angel to invite her to participate in the plan of salvation.  Though she questioned how it was possible for her to become the mother […] Read More

Jesus My Lord, Saint Catherine of Sweden served you with her mother Saint Bridget by organizing pilgrimages to Jerusalem and other places to stimulate people’s spiritual growth.  In between pilgrimages, they spent their time in […] Read More

God of Love, Saint Turibius of Mogrovejo had an unwavering desire to build his parish into a community of believers who imitate Christ.  When he was asked to become an archbishop, he refused the honor, […] Read More

Holy Spirit of God, Saint Deogratias was a bishop who bought slaves in order to free them, using money he raised by selling church goods.  He found homes for them when he could, and housed […] Read More

O Jesus, Saint Serapion the Scholastic often said: “The mind is purified by holy meditation and prayer, the spiritual passions of the soul by charity, and the irregular appetites by abstinence and penance.”  I ask […] Read More

Heavenly King, Saint Ambrose of Siena (1220-1286) was born with painful birth defects, and the only place the baby felt peace was at church.  When he grew old enough to talk, he uttered the name […] Read More

Holy God, you chose Saint Joseph to care for Mary and Jesus because his holiness and love for You was great, his compassion for others was outstanding, and his desire to protect and provide for […] Read More

O Dear Christ, Saint Cyril of Jerusalem was the bishop of Jerusalem when the persecutions ended and great heresies began.  This new enemy tried to force him to accept false teachings about the Church, but […] Read More