“Can there be a more fitting pursuit in youth or a more valuable possession in old age than a knowledge of Holy Writ? In the midst of storms it will preserve you from the dangers of shipwreck and guide you to the shore of an enchanting paradise and the ever-lasting bliss of the angels.”—St. Boniface Continue reading Saint Boniface Archbishop, Missionary (675–754)

Saint Francis Caracciolo died on June 4, 1608, and was canonized in 1807. He is honored as one of the patron saints of Naples and of Italian cooks. “Let’s go, let’s go to heaven. ”His last words Continue reading Saint of the Day:St. Francis Caracciolo (1563-1608)

“It is as if you are pouring water on me. Please repent and become a Christian like me.” (St. Charles Lwanga, said to the Guardian of the Flame as he—Charles—was being burnt.) Saint Charles Lwanga, pray for us Continue reading Saint of the Day:St. Charles Lwanga and Companions 1860-1886

“We are slain with the sword, but we increase and multiply; the more we are persecuted and destroyed, the more are deaf to our numbers. As a vine, by being pruned and cut close, shoots forth new suckers, and bears a greater abundance of fruit; so is it with us.” – St. Justin Martyr Feast Day: June 1 Continue reading Saint of the Day: St. Justin Martyr

Watch O Lord, with those who cannot sleep or weep tonight.Tend your sick ones.Rest your weary ones.Bless your dying ones.Soothe your suffering ones.Pity your afflicted ones.Shield your joyous ones. Amen. Continue reading Prayer For The Sick (By St Augustine of Canterbury)

“The Lily of Quito” — Feast Day May 26th Oh God, thou didst make to bloom an iris from amongst thorns, Saint Mariana de Jesus. By her virginal purity and continuous penance, we implore thee to grant our requests .(mention request). Through the merits and intercession of St. Mariana de Jesus, may we always be worthy to grow continuously in Thy love as she did, … Continue reading Prayer to St. Mariana de Jesus – Obtain a Favor

Prayer: “Cast yourself into the arms of God and be very sure that if he wants anything of you, He will fit you for the work and give you strength.”—Saint Philip Neri Continue reading Saint of the Day:ST. PHILIP NERI, PRIEST, FOUNDER OF THE CONGREGATION OF THE ORATORY, MAY 26