St. Sharbel Makhloof O God, who didst call the Priest Saint Sharbel Makhluf to the solitary combat of the desert and imbued him with all manner of devotion: grant us, we pray thee; that, being made imitators of the Lord’s Passion, we may merit to be coheirs of his kingdom; through Jesus Christ thy Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, ever one...

Saint John Cassian, also known as John the Roman or John the Ascetic, was a significant figure in the early Christian church. Born around the year 360, he embarked on a remarkable journey that took him from the Holy Lands to Egypt and eventually to Marseilles, France. John Cassian began his pilgrimage to the Holy Lands alongside his friend and relative, Saint Germanus. During this time, he...

Saint John Lloyd was born in Powys, Wales, during a tumultuous period for Catholics in England. Educated at the esteemed Royal College of Saint Alban at Valladolid in Spain, he entered the college in 1649, where he received a thorough education in theology and philosophy. Upon completing his studies, John Lloyd took the missionary oath on 16 October 1649, pledging his commitment to return to...

Saint Arbogast of Strasbourg, also known as Arascach, was a revered Catholic saint who lived in the 7th century. While there is little recorded information about his childhood, there are several legends surrounding his early life. Arbogast is said to have lived as a hermit in a cave located in Alsace, France. He was widely known for his holiness and piety, attracting followers and gaining a...

Saint Bernward of Hildesheim, also known as Berward or Bernward, was a prominent figure in the Catholic Church during the 10th and 11th centuries. Born around 960 in Utrecht, Netherlands, he belonged to a noble Saxon family. Unfortunately, his parents passed away when he was young, leaving him as an orphan. Fortunately, his uncle Volkmar, who was the bishop of Utrecht, took him under his wing...