St. Clare of Assisi was a early follower of St Francis, who inspired by his example, founded the Order of Poor Clares. Her family was greatly opposed to her vocation...
Saint Elizabeth of Hungary was a exemplary wife, mother and model of charity. She ministered to the hungry and poor in spite of the objections of those around her in...
Saint John Berchmans was a Jesuit scholastic known for his piety and for taking Aloysius Gonzolga as his spiritual model. He had to overcome much family opposition to join the...
Dr. William Marra presents the Saints for us to emulate as our heroes. Each age has a image of it’s heroes – from the earliest times it was a warrior...
In this 8th part of Dr. Marra’s lecture series we are offered a deep and philosophical study of the Old Testament. Dr. Marra explains Saint Augustine’s interpretation of Genesis, and...
Mr. Michael Davies says John Fisher, perhaps the most neglected Saint of the Reformation era, should be juxtaposed to Martin Luther. Fisher wrote the most erudite refutation of Luther’s heresies....
Father John Perricone provides a detailed reflection on the Communion of Saints as more than meets the eye. A detailed reflection on the nature of the Communion of Saints and...
Thomas Reeves gives a moving talk on the beloved Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. He describes him as a man of love as well as having a deep love of the...
The Life of Saint John Vianney is dramatically narrated in this full, inspiring account of the life of the great patron of parish priests and the “martyr of the confessional.”
...Saint Cecilia was a Roman Christian virgin martyr who died after witnessing to her faith following the martyrdom of her husband and brother. She became the patroness of music and...
Blessed Louise of Savoy was a member of the French royal family who became a Poor Clare nun after her husband died when she was 27. Serious about the spiritual...
Dr. William Marra discusses Divine Providence in the life of St. Augustine, including the roles of Monica and Ambrose. Plato talks of life involving divine surprises. Christianity speaks of Providence...
Dr. WIlliam Marra, in his penultimate lecture, explains Saint Augustine’s complex teachings on God. Saint Augustine teaches how God does not need any creature, to exist Himself, but only creates...
Archbishop Fulton Sheen reflects on the mystery of suffering. Our Lord uses us; He invites us to share His Cross. Our sufferings are the continuation of the Passion of Christ...
Father John Perricone explains why Saint Therese was made a Doctor of the Church. He discusses the qualities necessary to be a Doctor of the Church. The ultimate goal of...
Dr Alice von Hildebrand discusses the life of Edith Stein. Edith Stein was a gifted Jewish child, who excelled in all her studies,, but as a result was not humble,...
The story of St. Florian is told in a modern drama. St Florian was a commander in the Roman army and responsible for training an elite group of soldiers specially...
St Philip Neri is called the Second Apostle of Rome. He developed his unique vocation while serving the marginalized communities on the streets of Rome. His original, cheerful and even...
Saint Aelred was a Cistercian monk and abbot who was a companion of King David of Scotland and advisor to King Henry II of England. He was a successful missionary...
J. Wallace Johnson explains that we are being bombarded with attempts to crush our Catholic Faith. Have you heard the Twelve Promises of the Sacred Heart to Saint Margaret Mary...