Saint of the Day

Mary, Mother of God

Mary’s divine motherhood broadens the Christmas spotlight. Hers role as mother of God places her in a unique position in God’s redemptive plan.

January 1

Stained glass window of Transfiguration of the Lord

Whatever happened on Mount Tabor within the hearts of Peter, James and John, we will never know. The experience was more than words can describe. But certainly, the three Apostles had an experience of the Transfiguration of the Lord.

Dedication of Saint Mary Major Basilica

Franciscan Media August 5

Saint Mary Major Basilica is one of the four major churches in Rome known as patriarchal basilicas. It is the largest church in the world honoring Mary. This day is also known as the feast of Our Lady of the ...

Saint John Vianney

Franciscan Media August 4

Saint John Vianney is best known as the Curé d’Ars, the little French town where he was pastor. John had great trouble with his studies and almost didn't get ordained.

Saint Peter Julian Eymard

Franciscan Media August 3

Peter Julian Eymard began his priestly life in the Diocese of Grenoble. His faith journey led him to the Marists, and finally to founding the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament.

Saint Eusebius of Vercelli

Franciscan Media August 2

Eusebius of Vercelli, spent most of his episcopal life defending the Church against the Arians. Also a defender of Saint Athanasius, whom the emperor wanted to punish, Saint Eusebius suffered death threats and harassment. But he continued to remain faithful ...

Saint Alphonsus Liguori

Franciscan Media August 1

Saint Alphonsus Liguori was a great moral theologian as well as the founder of the Redemptorists. He wrote in the areas of spirituality and doctrine to the edification of his diocese and others.

Saint Ignatius of Loyola

Franciscan Media July 31

Founder of the Society of Jesus Ignatius of Loyola, like Francis of Assisi, had a conversion experience while recuperating from a serious illness. Being a military man, the Rule of Life that Saint Ignatius wrote for his followers shows the ...