Saints

Read about the missionary work of  this 7th century Irish monk.  He played an important role  in the conversion of the northern Saxons.  The breviary … [Read more...] about Fionán of Lindisfarne

Ignatius, was one of the early church fathers. He was a beloved disciple of John and was consecrated as a bishop by the first Pope, Apostle Peter. It … [Read more...] about Ignatius of Antioch: Apostolic Father and Christian Martyr

Read about Good King Wenceslaus and his charitable work. Discover why a Christmas Carol has been named after him. Wenceslaus And The Christmas … [Read more...] about Wenceslaus and The Christmas Carol

Read about the life and faith of Clare of Assisi. From her witness we can learn to trust in Jesus. She reminds us that Jesus' presence in the world is … [Read more...] about Clare of Assisi – Patron of Television

Sister Teresa Benedicta was a Jewish-German Catholic nun, theologian and philosopher (1891–1942).  She was born Edith Stein.  She was a philosopher … [Read more...] about Teresa Benedicta of the Holy Cross:Edith Stein

John Vianney was born in the 18th century during the time of the French Revolution. His family were very religious and despite facing danger, they … [Read more...] about John Vianney: Patron Saint of Priests

Kilian was a 7th century missionary priest who was born in County Cavan, Ireland.  He was the apostle to Franconia, which is today known as Bavaria.  … [Read more...] about Kilian: An Irish-German Saint

The holy and faithful Joachim and Anna are the parents of the Theotokos (Mother of God).  They are the grandparents of Jesus. Joachim was of the tribe … [Read more...] about Joachim and Anna: Mary’s Mammy & Daddy

On 2nd July 2021, Pope Francis added the memorial of Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus to the General Roman Calendar, giving the siblings the combined … [Read more...] about Martha, Mary and Lazarus

Why not take a little time this evening to read about the life of Dymphna, an Irish saint from the 7th Century. She was born to a pagan father and  a … [Read more...] about Dymphna: Patron of Mental Illness & Anxiety

Matthias is the patron saint of persons who are struggling with any form of addiction (whether to alcohol or anything else)Matthias preached that the … [Read more...] about Matthias – Patron Saint of Alcoholics

Comgall was the founder and abbot of the great Irish monastery at Bangor  in the province of Ulster. He still appears at the top of the town’s … [Read more...] about Comgall – Abbot

Read and learn about an inspiring story of Redemption - in the life and faith of Matt Talbot.  He was an alcoholic by the age of 16 but through prayer … [Read more...] about Matt Talbot – Hope for the Addicted

Elizabeth was a Spanish princess, daughter of Peter III of Aragón. Saintliness ran in her family: her great aunt was St. Elizabeth of Hungary, one of … [Read more...] about Elizabeth of Portugal

John Fisher a contemporary of Thomas More.   Like Thomas, he could not  support Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon, his subsequent marriage … [Read more...] about John Fisher: A Scholar, Churchman and Advisor to Royalty

Read about the remarkable story of Thomas More, patron of adopted children lawyers, civil servants, politicians, and difficult marriages.  He was a … [Read more...] about Thomas More – A Man of Conscience

Leprosy used to be a death sentence.  When people contacted this infectious disease they were banished from their families, homes and society to live … [Read more...] about Damien of Molokai – The Leper Priest

Why not discover something about the problems the early church faced.  Read about the life and times of Irenaeus - a remarkable Christian and … [Read more...] about Irenaeus – First Great Theologian of the Church

St. Joan of Arc,  the Maid of Orléans, was a peasant girl living in medieval France, who came to believe that God had chosen her to lead her country … [Read more...] about Joan of Arc- A Teenage Saint

Sometimes when we think of the Apostles we think Peter, James and John or Thomas the Doubter or indeed Judas!  However there were 12 apostles!  Read … [Read more...] about Philip and James the Lesser

Today we reflect on the example given to us by Saint Joseph, a man whose presence is felt in the Gospels but whose voice is not heard. Nevertheless … [Read more...] about Joseph the Worker – The Silent Saint

Read about Zita, an Italian peasant girl you lived an ordinary life but became an extraordinary saint. Zita: Peasant Girl and  Saint … [Read more...] about Zita – Peasant Girl and Saint

St. John of God has inspired many Catholics to help the sick and poor in society. A former soldier, John satisfied his deep longing for God by serving … [Read more...] about John of God

Saint David, or Dewi Sant, as he is known in the Welsh language, is the patron saint of Wales. He was a Celtic monk, abbot and bishop, who lived in … [Read more...] about David of Wales

Read about Valentine, the saint who showed his love for others in a practical way! Valentine … [Read more...] about Valentine

Blaise was bishop of Sebastea (modern Sivas, Turkey). He was martyred, probably early in the fourth century. Devotion to him spread throughout the … [Read more...] about Blaise -Patron of Throat Illnesses

In 1934,Pope Pius XI declared  Don Bosco a saint, and stated that he was to be recognised as 'Father and Teacher of Youth.'  Don Bosco dedicated his … [Read more...] about Don Bosco- ‘Father, Teacher and Friend of Youth’

Thomas Aquinas was known for his intelligence, humility and gentleness.  He was a man of prayer.  He believed that Science and Faith were … [Read more...] about Thomas Aquinas-The Angelic Doctor

Read about Frances -who wanted to help people to understand that they are called to be saints.  Pope Pius IX conferred on him the rare title of Doctor … [Read more...] about Frances De Sales- The Gentleman Saint!

Why not take a time today to read about Basil -a giant of the early Church - He was a man of vast learning, great eloquence and immense … [Read more...] about Basil the Great