Sunday, October 26, 2025

The Great Cloud of Witnesses

Moses the Prophet Read more

Moses the Prophet

Moses The Prophet, also known as simply Moses, was a prominent figure in the Hebrew Bible and the founder of Judaism. Born in Egypt during the 10th century B.C., he belonged to the tribe of Levi and his life was marked by extraordinary events and divine encounters. During Moses' birth, the Israelites were facing severe persecution, as Pharaoh had ordered the killing of all male Hebrew...
Fr. Lawrence Jagdfeld, O.F.M. 99
St. Marinus Read more

St. Marinus

Saint Marinus, also known as Marinus of San Marino, Marinus the Dalmatian, Marinus of Dalmatia, Marinus of Rimini, Marino, or Marinao, was a stonemason by trade, who is best known for his contributions to the establishment of the small country of San Marino. He was born in the 5th century in the town of Albe, Dalmatia. Marinus began his humble yet influential journey as a layman preacher and...
Fr. Lawrence Jagdfeld, O.F.M. 187
St. Abibus of Edessa Read more

St. Abibus of Edessa

Saint Abibus of Edessa, also known as Abibus of Syria, was a fourth-century deacon in the city of Edessa, located in modern-day Syria. He was a dear friend of Saints Shamuna and Gurias, who were prominent figures in the early Christian community in Edessa. During the reign of Emperor Galerius, a period marked by severe persecution of Christians, Saint Abibus managed to escape execution...
Fr. Lawrence Jagdfeld, O.F.M. 133
Exiles of Campania Read more

Exiles of Campania

The Exiles of Campania were a group of twelve priests hailing from northern Africa who were exiled into Italy by Arian Vandals during the early Christian era. Despite the hardships imposed upon them, these brave and steadfast men continued to fearlessly profess and live out their Catholic faith. Not only did they remain outspoken about their beliefs, but they also became renowned as...
Fr. Lawrence Jagdfeld, O.F.M. 108
St. Joseph of Arimathea Read more

St. Joseph of Arimathea

St. Joseph of Arimathea is familiar from the Gospels as “a respected member of the council, who was also himself waiting expectantly for the kingdom of God, went boldly to Pilate and asked for the body of Jesus” after Our Lord’s Crucifixion (Mark 15:43). Yet is there more to know about him? What might have happened to him after he did this? Did he join the apostles? What...
Fr. Lawrence Jagdfeld, O.F.M. 149
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