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Saint Simeon Stylites the Elder

By: Jennifer Landsberger

Simeon Stylites entered a monastery at a young age. However, his extreme austerity forced him out and led to him becoming the first of the stylitcs or "pillar-hermits." more...

The Life of Saint Damien of Molokai

By: Terry Long

Saint Damien of Molokai was a Catholic priest from Belgium as well as a Christian missionary in Hawaii, who lived and died in the 19th Century. more...

Saint John Nepomucene Neumann

By: Jennifer Landsberger

St. Neumann came from Europe to America as a missionary. His achievements had a lasting effect not only in Philadelphia, where he was bishop, but throughout America. more...

St. Francis of Assisi Biography

By: Bryan Jackson

St. Francis of Assissi's date of birth is not certain, yet his impact on the Christian faith is solid. more...

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

By: Jennifer Landsberger

Elizabeth overcame tragedy and religious persecution, starting the parochial school system in America and founding her own order dedicated to helping the downtrodden. more...

Saint Sylvester I, Pope

By: Jennifer Landsberger

St. Sylvester reigned for a long period, but little is known of his life. His advising Constantine and his building projects are his lasting achievements. more...

Saint Gregory of Nazianzus

By: Jennifer Landsberger

St. Gregory of Nazianzus used an exceptional intelligence and education to become a theologian, whose writings were instrumental in the formation of the early Church. more...

Saint Basil the Great

By: Jennifer Landsberger

St. Basil the Great, well known during his time, is now believed to have played a vital role in the formation of the early Church. more...

The Life of Father Michael McGivney

By: Terry Long

Knights of Columbus founder Father Michael McGivney was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on August 12, 1852. more...

Augustine of Hippo Profile

By: Bryan Jackson

This bishop, priest, and orator of the early fifth century was in some ways a barometer by which many subsequent church fathers would measure their theology. more...

Saint Fulgentius of Ruspe

By: Jennifer Landsberger

St. Fulgentius was known for his austerity, theological knowledge, and oratory skills. He was canonized and given the designation "Father of the Church." more...

Why Do Catholics Pray to Saints?

By: Jennifer Landsberger

An explanation of why Catholics pray to saints and why such activity is supported by both the Bible and the Church. more...

Is St. Christopher Still an Official Saint?

By: Traci Killen

Many people, including Catholics, believe St. Christopher was unsainted in 1969; however, a better understanding of the Church's decision provides greater insight. more...

Do Catholics Worship Idols?

By: Francine Morrissette

Non-Catholics insist that Catholics worship Mary; Catholics say they don't. Do Catholics break God's number one commandment, or not? more...

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