Today the Church honors St. John Theristus, a Byzantine monk of Calabria known as “The Reaper” for his charity and holiness.

In this episode of Saints in a Year, Saul reflects on unity, cultural tension, and how prayer transforms conflict into reconciliation.

📖 Scripture

John 4:35

“Lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest.”

💬 Thought to Remember

“Reap souls through love.”

Reflection:

St. John Theristus teaches us that holiness grows through prayer and charity, even in divided times.

🙏 Prayer

St. John Theristus, pray for us. Help us become instruments of unity and peace. Amen.

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Today the Church honors St. Polycarp, a disciple of St. John the Apostle and a courageous martyr who remained faithful to Christ until death.

In this episode of Saints in a Year, Saul reflects on apostolic succession, perseverance, and the courage to defend the faith.

📖 Scripture

Revelation 2:10

“Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.”

💬 Thought to Remember

“How can I blaspheme my King?”

Reflection:

St. Polycarp teaches us that gratitude for Christ’s love gives us strength to endure.

🙏 Prayer

St. Polycarp, pray for us. Help us remain faithful to Christ in every trial. Amen.

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Today the Church celebrates the Feast of the Chair of St. Peter, honoring the authority given by Christ to Peter and his successors.

In this episode of Saints in a Year, Saul reflects on unity, apostolic succession, and why Christ established a visible Church.

📖 Scripture

Matthew 16:18

“You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my Church.”

💬 Thought to Remember

“Christ builds His Church.”

Reflection:

The Chair of Peter reminds us that the Church stands not by human strength but by Christ’s promise.

🙏 Prayer

St. Peter, pray for us. Strengthen the unity of the Church and guide her in truth. Amen.

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Today the Church honors St. Peter Damian, a reformer and Doctor of the Church who helped renew the Church through personal holiness and courageous leadership.

In this episode of Saints in a Year, Saul reflects on reform, integrity, and why renewal always begins with conversion.

📖 Scripture

1 Peter 1:16

“You shall be holy, for I am holy.”

💬 Thought to Remember

“Holiness is the first reform.”

Reflection:

St. Peter Damian reminds us that transformation of the Church begins with transformation of the heart.

🙏 Prayer

St. Peter Damian, pray for us. Help us grow in holiness and serve the Church faithfully. Amen.

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Today the Church honors Sts. Francisco and Jacinta Marto, two of the young visionaries of Fatima who offered their short lives in prayer and sacrifice for the salvation of souls.

In this episode of Saints in a Year, Saul reflects on childlike holiness, redemptive suffering, and devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

📖 Scripture

Matthew 18:3

“Unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.”

💬 Thought to Remember

“Offer everything for love.”

Reflection:

Francisco and Jacinta show us that even the smallest sacrifices offered with love can change eternity.

🙏 Prayer

Sts. Francisco and Jacinta Marto, pray for us. Help us live with simple faith and generous hearts. Amen.

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Today the Church honors St. Conrad of Piacenza, a wealthy nobleman whose life changed after a hunting accident led him to deep repentance and radical conversion.

In this episode of Saints in a Year, Saul reflects on responsibility, penance, and how God transforms regret into redemption.

📖 Scripture

Acts 3:19

“Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out.”

💬 Thought to Remember

“Repentance opens the door to holiness.”

Reflection:

St. Conrad reminds us that our worst moment can become the beginning of our greatest transformation.

🙏 Prayer

St. Conrad, pray for us. Help us turn back to God with sincere hearts. Amen.

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Today the Church honors St. Bernadette Soubirous, the humble visionary of Lourdes who remained faithful despite pressure, ridicule, and suffering.

In this episode of Saints in a Year, Saul reflects on humility, obedience, and why hidden holiness matters more than recognition.

📖 Scripture

Luke 1:48

“He who is mighty has done great things for me.”

💬 Thought to Remember

“I am not tasked with making you believe.”

Reflection:

St. Bernadette reminds us that our mission is to witness faithfully. God handles the results.

🙏 Prayer

St. Bernadette, pray for us. Help us live in humility and trust God’s plan for our lives. Amen.

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Today the Church honors the Seven Holy Founders of the Servite Order, seven wealthy merchants who left everything behind to become Servants of Mary.

In this episode of Saints in a Year, Saul reflects on communal holiness, Marian devotion, and the power of faithful friendship.

📖 Scripture

Ecclesiastes 4:9

“Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil.”

💬 Thought to Remember

“Holiness grows in faithful friendship.”

Reflection:

The Seven Holy Founders show us that sanctity flourishes when we seek Christ together.

🙏 Prayer

Seven Holy Founders, pray for us. Help us live in unity and devotion to Christ through Mary. Amen.

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