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Browse this section to discover more about the lives of the saints, the meaning and history of icons, and unique articles on the role of Christianity in shaping history and our culture.
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Holy Protection of the Virgin Mary
Our Lady appeared in 10th century Byzantium to show her patronage and protection for all Christians.Read More About Holy Protection of the Virgin Mary » -
Saint Dymphna–healer of emotional disorders and mental illness
Saint Dymphna has made her specialty the healing of mental illness and emotional and nervous disorders. How did her life suit her to this special calling?Read More About Saint Dymphna–healer of emotional disorders and mental illness » -
Putting the "Saint" Back in St. Valentine's Day
According to Hallmark Cards, each year on Valentine's Day more than 163 million cards are exchanged - a quarter of all the cards that are sent in a year. How did the name of a third-century Christian martyr become linked with an annual celebration of romantic love? Let's explore the history of Valentine's Day...Read More About Putting the "Saint" Back in St. Valentine's Day » -
Saint Maria Goretti, Icon of Purity
Courage, purity, and forgiveness - vivid lessons from the life of this young saint.Read More About Saint Maria Goretti, Icon of Purity » -
Living Art: A Pro-Life Message for Today from Our Lady of Guadalupe
See and learn more about the Virgin Mary's miraculous message to the world, given on the day that abortion was legalized in Mexico.Read More About Living Art: A Pro-Life Message for Today from Our Lady of Guadalupe » -
Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, Lily of the Mohawks
The first Native American woman to be canonized by the Catholic Church, Saint Kateri shines forth as an image of purity, courage, and prayer.Read More About Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, Lily of the Mohawks » -
The Patron Saint of Everything
Whether as our helper with our smallest daily problems, or as the patron of the Church Universal, Saint Joseph's generous help to mankind is demonstrated in every avenue of life.Read More About The Patron Saint of Everything » -
The Song the Angels Taught the Monks
Frequently icons are created to commemorate a Marian apparition or special divine intervention -- and in this case, a Marian hymn taught to Greek months by an angelic visitor.Read More About The Song the Angels Taught the Monks » -
Saint Maximilian Kolbe, Martyr of Charity
"Greater love has no man than this -- that he lays his life down for his friends." Discover the story of this holy martyr of the Nazi concentration camps.Read More About Saint Maximilian Kolbe, Martyr of Charity » -
The Story of the San Damiano Crucifix
Our Lord chose this image from which to give His inspiring message to Saint Francis. Learn more about the many saints and scenes that make this cross such an eloquent portrayal.Read More About The Story of the San Damiano Crucifix »
