Saint Paul’s story is the ultimate tale of conversion. Originally a strict Jewish Pharisee named “Saul,” he stopped persecuting Christians and became a follower of Jesus after experiencing a blinding vision of heavenly light that was so powerful it knocked him off his horse!...

Saint Mark, author of the Gospel of Mark, is one of the Four Evangelists and was a disciple of Saint Peter, the first Pope. He went on many mission trips with Saint Barnabas and Saint Paul, spreading the Good News in Cyprus and Egypt....

Saint Monica was the mother of Saint Augustine who, for many years, did not act saintly at all. Augustine rebuked religion and turned instead to drinking, carousing, and traveling the world. Despite Augustine’s difficult temperament, his mother Monica never gave up on him. Eventually,...

 Saint Matthew, author of the Gospel of Matthew, is one of the Four Evangelists. Because he was a tax collector he was unpopular. Jesus, however, supported Matthew and brought him on his preaching journeys. It was on these travels that Matthew witnessed and later...

Saint Martin of Tours is the patron of bartenders, wine lovers, drinkers, and “party-goers.” When Martin was a soldier he saw a beggar on the side of the street and turned away. But the image of the man remained with him so he returned...

Saint Martin’s parents were of two different races, and because of this, he was shunned. Yet, when people realized that Saint Martin had extraordinary healing powers, rich and poor flocked to him and he became a Dominican lay brother. Saint Martin ministered to all...

Saint Martha, the sister of Mary, is the patroness of Sorority Sisters, sisters, and harmonious lifelong friendships and relationships. Though sisters Martha of Bethany and Mary Magdalene often had disagreements, Jesus helped them to understand each others’ personalities and focus on their strengths rather...

Lazarus House is a Hospice located here in New Orleans and it ably serves those living with HIV and AIDS. Saint Lazarus was a leper whose story was told in the New Testament. A charitable group, “Halloweens in New Orleans” raises money for it...

Saint Lawrence was an early Roman Christian martyr. Legend holds that he was executed by roasting on a gridiron—the poet Prudentius recounts Saint Lawrence’s words: “I am cooked on this side; turn me over, this side is done.” Obviously, Saint Lawrence is the patron...

Josemaria Escriva was the founder of Opus Dei, an institution created to foster faith in people through dedication to everyday work and responsibilities. He lived in Spain during the Spanish Civil War and continued to serve his parishioners secretly during the years of violence...

Saint Expedite got his name from the legendary story that his corpse was mailed to a convent in a coffin labeled “Spedito.” Some people believe that Saint Expedite is the "Money Saint," and speeds up the arrival of money to your bank account! Others...

Saint James was the first of the Apostles to die for his faith in Jesus, as he was ordered by King Herod to be executed for his refusal to renounce Christ. In the face of death, Saint James still held tight to his friendship...

Saint Gertrude’s skill at getting rid of the mice for local Belgian grain farmers has led her to become the patroness of cats and cat lovers. Protects from mice and vermin, Her reputation for selflessness, caring, and generosity is legendary and serves as the...

Saint Germaine was a young French shepherdess who suffered much mistreatment by her family. She was prone to illness and had a malformed hand. Despite Germaine’s tough life situation and busy work schedule, she was a devout Christian who always was on time to...

Ever since her youth, Gemma had weak health and was prone to illness. For this reason, she was not allowed to join a religious order. Despite this exclusion, Gemma still lived a life of extreme faith and devotion—through her prayers to Saint Gabriel Possenti,...