Monday, August 26: St. Joseph Calasanz, Priest (1556-1648)
He was respected for his wisdom and administrative expertise. He put aside his career, because he was deeply concerned with the need for education of poor children. He provided a free school for deprived children. He opened the first free public school in Rome
“Those who instruct many in virtue, will shine like the stars for all eternity”
Patron: Catholic Schools
.Tuesday, August 27: St. Monica, wife, mother(322-387)
St. Monica was married by arrangement to a pagan, who although was generous, he was also violent tempered. She had three children; Augustine, Navigius, and Perpetua. Through her patience and prayers, she was able to convert her husband and his mother to the Catholic faith. Perpetua and Navigius entered the religious Life. St Augustine was not living a Christian life and Monica prayed many years for his conversion. One priest told her, “it is not possible that the son of so many tears should perish.” St Augustine finally converted, and was baptized by St Ambrose.
“One thing only I ask you, that you remember me at the altar of the Lord wherever you may be.”
Patron: of Wives and Abuse Victims
Wednesday, August 28: St. Augustine, Priest, Bishop(354-430)
St Augustine lived a self satisfying life that didn’t include a faith in God. His mother St Monica prayed devotedly for him for 17 years. He pursued many spiritualities and philosophies. Through the intercession of St Monica and the instruction of St Ambrose he converted
He wrote many books teaching us how to live for Jesus and not fall into temptation and sin.
“A man may lose the good things of this life against his will; but if he loses the eternal blessings, he does so with his own consent.”
Patron: brewers, printers, theologians, sore eyes
Thursday, August 29: The Passion of St. John the Baptist
St. John the Baptist was beheaded by King Herod, at the bidding of his stepdaughter. His wife didn’t like John, because he pointed out her adultery, so she conspired with her daughter to have him be headed.
Friday, August 30: St. Jeanne Jugan (1792-1879)
Jean had a passion for serving the poor and elderly. She became a nurse, and then joined a third order group founded by St John Eudes. She is the founders of The Little Sisters Of The poor
“Remain little, hidden by humility in all God wants from you, as being only the instruments of his work.”
Saturday, August 31: Sts. Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus (time of Christ)
Joseph was a respected, wealthy leader, who had become a disciple of Jesus. He requested the body of Jesus and wrapped him in his shroud and placed him in a tomb. According to some legends, Joseph was punished and imprisoned for such a bold act.
Patron: funeral directors, pallbearers
Nicodemuswas a Pharisee. Nicodemus secret.y went to Jesus at nigh, to better understand his teachings. Later, Nicodemus spoke up for Jesus at the time of his arrest and assisted in Jesus’ burial.
Sunday, September 1: St. Giles, (d. 710?)
He was one of the most popular saints in the Middle Ages. He built a monastery that became a popular stopping-off point for pilgrims making their way to the Holy Land. In England, many churches and hospitals were dedicated to Giles. He was among the “14 Holy Helpers”, a p group of saints to whom people prayed, especially for recovery from disease and for strength at the hour of death. Such devotion made his popularity spread.
Patron: poor, disabled, epileptic
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