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EPISODE · Sep 12, 2026 · 16 MIN

Five Powerful Men Saints

from Super Saints Podcast · host Brother Joseph Freyaldenhoven

Send us Fan MailFive men. Five very different lives. One surprising definition of power. We’re tracing the stories of five of the most influential Catholic saints to find what actually changes a soul and what can change ours too. If you’ve ever felt stuck in prayer, tired of shallow motivation, or unsure how to grow in holiness without burning out, these saints offer something better than hype: a proven path rooted in grace, the sacraments, and surrender to God’s will.We start with Saint Augustine of Hippo, the brilliant mind with a restless heart, and follow his road from searching to conversion through mercy, truth, and the prayers that wouldn’t quit. Then we step into the radical simplicity of Saint Francis of Assisi, whose poverty becomes real joy, and the fiery clarity of Saint Anthony of Padua, whose preaching and miracles flow from deep Eucharistic devotion. From there, we move into the interior life with Saint John of the Cross and his teaching on the dark night of the soul, where suffering can purify love when it’s united to Christ.Finally, we meet Saint John Vianney, the Curé of Ars, whose life in the confessional and before the tabernacle shows how confession, Eucharistic adoration, and pastoral sacrifice can renew a whole community. Along the way we talk about Catholic devotion to the Eucharist, the Blessed Virgin Mary, the communion of saints, and practical ways to ask for their intercession through the Rosary and novenas. Subscribe for more Catholic faith and spirituality, share this with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review. Which of these saints do you want to learn from first?Open by Steve Bailey Support the showJourneys of Faith brings you Super Saints PodcastsVisit our blog for full text of our podcasts https://journeysoffaith.com/blogs/eucharist-mary-saintsDownload Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-appPlease consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith Help us Grow!Journeys of Faith is blessed to provide Catholic media, including podcasts and inspirational content, free of charge across multiple media platforms for viewers and listeners around the world. While access to this content remains free, there are significant and continually increasing costs associated with producing, hosting, and distributing these programs. Your support helps us continue sharing the beauty of the Catholic faith with souls everywhere. We want to reach more souls and you can help us do that by becoming a Mission Angel. Make a Donation Any AmountRefer a FriendYou can help us by referring a friend! When they upgrade you get $20 and so does Journeys of Faith...

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Send us Fan Mail Five men. Five very different lives. One surprising definition of power. We’re tracing the stories of five of the most influential Catholic saints to find what actually changes a soul and what can change ours too. If you’ve ever felt stuck in prayer, tired of shallow motivation, or unsure how to grow in holiness without burning out, these saints offer something better than hype: a proven path rooted in grace, the sacraments, and surrender to God’s will. We start with Saint A...

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