Saints

Aengus lived, studied and died in County Laois, Ireland.  He was quiet figure within the Early Christian Church in Ireland. He was born in an area … [Read more...] about Aengus of Laois- The Culdee

Read about the life and death of Agatha.  She was martyred during the Decian persecution.  She is commemorated by name in the Canon of the … [Read more...] about Agatha – Virgin and Martyr

Agnes of Rome is one of the youngest saints in the Church Calendar.  Her name means 'lamb'.  She is one of 7 women whose name is mentioned in the … [Read more...] about Agnes of Rome

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

Take a little time to learn about Ailbne - a bishop, preacher and a disciple of Saint Patrick.  The reputation of this holy and learned man was so … [Read more...] about Ailbne of Cashel and Emly

Read about Albert the Great. He was the only scholar of his time to be called 'The Great'.  This title was used before his death.  He was given the … [Read more...] about Albert The Great- Patron of Scientists and Philosophers

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 Aloysius – Saint for the Young

Ambrose is on one of the four original Doctors of the Church.  He is remembered for his defence of the Church against Arianism.  He is also remembered … [Read more...] about Ambrose- Bishop and Doctor

Andrew is patron of Scotland and yet he did not visit this country!  Learn about this amazing saint - a man who walked and talked with … [Read more...] about Andrew the Apostle

Christian tradition says that Saint Anne was the mother of Mary and the grandmother of Jesus. She may have been born around 50 BC. She is not named in … [Read more...] about Anne – Mother of Mary our Mother

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

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

Read about Attracta.  She was a  Hermitess and co-worker with St. Patrick.  She dedicated her life to God. Tradition says she had great healing … [Read more...] about Attracta- Athracht of Sligo

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!

An opportunity to learn about Barnabas - a person of humility and a community builder. Barnabas the Apostle   … [Read more...] about Barnabas the Apostle

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

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

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

 Bernadette of Lourdes was  French nun who lived in the 1800s. As a young teenager, she had a series of visions of the Virgin Mary in the Massabielle … [Read more...] about Bernadette of Lourdes

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

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

Read about the life and faith of Blessed John Sullivan.  The ecumenical aspect of Father Sullivan's life means that he is remembered and revered by … [Read more...] about Blessed John Sullivan SJ- Ecumenical Saint

Saint Boden is the patron saint of Culdaff,  Inishowen, Donegal.  Exact details of when he lived are sketchy.  We do know that Boden worked on the … [Read more...] about Boden of Culdaff

Read about the great missionary work of St Brendan.  Decide for yourself if Brendan reached America before Christopher Columbus!  Saint Brendan is one … [Read more...] about Brendan the Navigator

Why not learn about Brigid - the 2nd most important saint in Ireland .   She cared for the poor and needy. The tradition of making St Brigid’s cross … [Read more...] about Brigid of Ireland

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

Read about Cainnech of Aghaboe, also known as Saint Canice in Ireland, Saint Kenneth in Scotland and Latin Sanctus Canicus. Canice was an Irish abbot, … [Read more...] about Canice- one of the twelve apostles of Ireland

Carlo is a modern-day saint.  He is Blessed Carlo at the moment. He lived until he was only 15 years of age but in that time his faith and love of God … [Read more...] about Carlo Acutis – A Saint for the Young

Have you heard of the Miraculous Medal?  Have you ever wondered if there is a saint for the elderly and infirm.  If you have, then take a little time … [Read more...] about Catherine Labouré and the Miraculous Medal

Catherine of Siena is one of the outstanding figures of medieval Catholicism. She influenced the papacy. She was behind the return of the Pope from … [Read more...] about Catherine of Siena