Saint Philip Neri

Franciscan Media May 26

For many years after his student days, Saint Philip Neri lived as a layman engaged in prayer and apostolic works in Rome. During this time, he attracted many to join him—poor and rich. After ordination, he became a noted confessor and eventually founded the Oratory, a religious institute, with some of his followers.

Sharing the Word for May 26, 2023

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk May 26, 2023

Memorial of Saint Philip Neri May 26, 2023Daily Reading from the USCCB: Acts 25:13b-21 Paul has been brought before the Roman governor Festus in Caesarea.

Saint John Leonardi

Franciscan Media October 8

Saint John Leonardi was a priest and founder of the Clerks Regular of the Mother of God. He also formed the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine. Father Leonardi and his priests became a great power for good in 16th century Italy.

Saint John Henry Newman

Franciscan Media September 24

John Henry Newman, the 19th-century’s most important English-speaking Catholic theologian, spent the first half of his life as an Anglican and the second half as a Roman Catholic. He was a priest, popular preacher, writer, and eminent theologian in both churches.

Saint Camillus de Lellis

Franciscan Media July 18

Saint Camillus de Lellis was rejected by the Capuchins because of an ongoing medical condition. Against the advice of a friend, he founded a religious community on his own to care for the sick. These men proved to be invaluable during the plague, caring for the worst of its victims.

Sharing the Word for May 26, 2022

Rev. Daniel E. Pilarczyk May 26, 2022

Sometimes Jesus seems absent, yet he is never absent for long. Jesus invites us to look for his presence and action in our lives. In a little while we will see him, and we will rejoice.

Saint Isidore the Farmer

Franciscan Media May 15

A married man known for his love of prayer, Saint Isidore the Farmer is one of the five saints of Spain. Saint Isidore worked on the estate of a wealthy landowner and thus attained the title of farmer.