Saints

Centuries before Social Justice and Caring for Creation became popular,  Francis of Assisi taught that we need to respect, care and share the … [Read more...] about Francis of Assisi

Vincent de Paul is well known the world over.  His commitment to the less fortunate is a reminder that we all have a duty to care for the poor.  We … [Read more...] about Vincent de Paul

October 1 marks the Feast Day of St Thérèse of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face, Patroness of all Missionaries and the Missions, Patroness of France … [Read more...] about Thérèse of Lisieux – The Little Flower

Ciarán was born in County Roscommon, Connacht, Ireland.  He studied under Saint Finian and Saint Enda.  He founded the monastery of Clonmacnoise.   He … [Read more...] about Ciarán of Clonmacnoise

Jerome is considered by some as the greatest figure in the history of Bible translation.  He spent three decades creating a Latin version that would … [Read more...] about Jerome – Priest, Confessor, Theologian and Historian

We celebrate the Feast of the Archangels on the 29th September.  The three Archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael are the only angels named in Sacred … [Read more...] about Archangels – Michael, Gabriel and Raphael

Matthew was one of the twelve apostles.  His previous name was Levi and he was a tax-collector.   He is mentioned only a few times in the gospels and … [Read more...] about Matthew the Apostle

Finbar, Finnbar, or Finnbarr, in  Irish Fionnbharra, was Bishop of Cork and abbot of a monastery in what is now Cork city.     Finbarr of Cork … [Read more...] about Finbarr of Cork

Padre Pio Francesco Forgione was born in the small village of  Pietrelcina, in southern Italy. He was born to a peasant family.  From an early age he … [Read more...] about Padre Pio

What a wonderful role model for all of us.  Mother Teresa of Calcutta answered God's call to serve him not once, but twice. She called her … [Read more...] about Teresa of Calcutta

Gregory the Great was a talented administrator who used his skills to benefit the poor and to benefit the church.   He lived a simple life, always … [Read more...] about Gregory the Great – First Pope from an Monastic Background

Saint Aidan of Northumbria was born in Ireland.  Very little is known about his early life but his missionary work in Northumbria is well known.  Read … [Read more...] about Aidan of Northumbria- Apostle of the Northumbria

What a wonderful time to celebrate this saint's day.  Fiacre monk and hermit is patron of gardeners. In September we celebrate in homes, schools and … [Read more...] about Fiacre of Breuil- An Irish Saint in France

Read about this remarkable saint - a sinner who thanks to the prayers of his mother and the influence of Bishop Ambrose (saint) re-affirmed his belief … [Read more...] about Augustine – Sinner to Saint!

What a remarkable parent - Monica never gave up on her family.  Her son Augustine recognised the power of her prayers and is reputed to have said, … [Read more...] about Monica – Power of a Praying Parent

Read  about the saint who answered God's call to bring Jesus to the people of Ireland.  A saint who has a special place in the Derry … [Read more...] about Eugene/Eoghain of Ardstraw- Patron of the Diocese of Derry

Why not investigate the life and legacy of this remarkable young woman.  She lived her faith daily in prayer and good works.  She was born Isabel but … [Read more...] about Rose of Lima- First Saint of the Americas

Bartholomew is an interesting apostle. He is mentioned only a few times in Scripture but his influence in spreading Christianity is … [Read more...] about Bartholomew – Apostle

A truly remarkable saint, who aimed to 'restore all things in Christ.'' He insisted on separation of Church and State. He promoted liturgical reforms. … [Read more...] about Pius X- Pope of the Blessed Sacrament

Bernard of Clairvaux was a man of great holiness and wisdom.  He helped spread the popularity of the Cistercian order, a religious group that believed … [Read more...] about Bernard of Clairvaux

Take a little time to reflect on life and legacy of Saint Dominic - his life of prayer and reflection is an inspiration for us all. Dominic -Order … [Read more...] about Dominic – Order of Preachers

Take time out to reflect on the wonderful Mary Magdalene - a faithful follower of Jesus and a role model for all of us. Mary Magdalene-Apostle of … [Read more...] about Mary Magdalene – Apostle of the Apostles

What a wonderful saint this is! - Camillus of Lellis spent his life caring for the sick. He and his fellow companions ministered to the physical and … [Read more...] about Camillus of Lellis – A Saint for the Sick

Take some time to read and learn about Saint Benedict- whose Rule of Saint Benedict is seen as the foundation stone for communal … [Read more...] about Benedict – Father of Western Monasticism

Why not spend a little time learning about this remarkable young girl?  Maria was very holy and loved God. Her parents were her role models and they … [Read more...] about Maria Goretti – A Saint for Today

The apostle Thomas is famous for doubting the resurrection of Jesus, when his fellow apostles told him about it, and yet at the same time he is … [Read more...] about Thomas the Apostle – Doubter and Believer!

Take a little time today to learn about Oliver Plunkett and his journey of faith.   He lived during turbulent times but his faith never wavered.  A … [Read more...] about Oliver Plunkett – Bishop and Martyr

Discover Peter, a very ordinary man, who was chosen as the foundation stone for the Church and became its first leader. He is like us, in that he made … [Read more...] about Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul

Today is the Feast Day of Saint Aloysius - a young man who helped those in need and a role model for all of us   Aloysius-Saint for the … [Read more...] about Saint Aloysius – Saint for the Young

Learn about Anthony of Padua, one of the Catholic Church’s most popular saints.  He was a powerful Franciscan preacher and teacher. He is usually … [Read more...] about Anthony of Padua – Saint of the People