The Morning Quest: Saints

Saint Rose of Viterbo

Saint Kieran the Younger

Saint Robert Bellarmine

Saint Francis Xavier

Saint Segment: St. Peter Claver

Saint Segment: St. Joseph Cupertino

The great Pope and Doctor of the Church who served as the inspiration for Gregorian Chant.

St. Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows, a young Passionist religious who lived a life marked by prayer, sacrifice, and devotion to Our Blessed Mother. 

He’s counted among the most brilliant theologians who ever lived and is one of only 38 Doctors of the Church. But St. Augustine certainly didn’t take the direct route to holiness! We’ll get acquainted with the legendary Saint Augustine.

The mother of St. Augustine, a woman who shed many tears for her wayward son while battling her own relentless demons. Through it all, St. Monica remained steadfast and resilient in prayer. 

The mother of St. Dominic, a Spanish noblewoman who renounced worldly comfort to serve the poor and raise the future founder of the Dominican Order.

St Louis, named King of France at the age of 12, was a just. righteous, and holy servant.

One of the Twelve Apostles, remembered for his courage and faithfulness in spreading the Gospel.

Pope Pius X, our 257th Pope, is considered one of greatest in 20th century. He was Canonized as St. Pope Pius X in 1954.

The patron saint of diplomats, travelers and book binders. We get acquainted with Saint Pope Celestine I.

We get acquainted with Saint Peter Chrysologus, Bishop and Dr. of the Church.

The Priest who would go on to earn the title of the “Doctor of Homilies”. We'll get acquainted with Saint Peter Chrysologus.

One of the few families we get to know personally in the Gospels, we'll get acquainted with Saints Martha, Mary and Lazarus.

A saint whose leadership helped shape Catholic doctrine for centuries to come. We'll get acquainted with Saint Pope Innocent I.

 The first of the 12 Apostles to be martyred, we'll get acquainted with St. James the Greater. 

Brian and Linda Delgross, parishioners at St. Joseph's Maronite Catholic Church (https://www.sjmcc.org/) help us get us acquainted with the great Lebanese Maronite, the “Miracle Monk of Lebanon,” St. Sharbel. 

One of the six co-patrons of Europe, we get acquainted with the beloved Swedish mystic, Saint Bridget of Sweden.

Saint Mary Magdalene, one of Christ’s most loyal and courageous followers who is said to have been the first to witness his resurrection.

Get acquainted with the scholar, preacher, diplomat and linguist who was fluent in six languages, the “Apostolic Doctor”, Saint Lawrence of Brindisi.

We get acquainted with Blessed Pope Eugene III, patron saint of Shepherds of the Church.

A saint who was such a degenerate gambler that he was spotted walking through the village shirtless because he had literally gambled away his shirt. We'll get acquainted with Saint Camillus de Lellis.

 A saint who was assassinated while celebrating Mass. We get acquainted with Saint Albert of Jerusalem.

This Bishop and Cardinal of the Church lived a short but impactful life.

Many Catholics of today ask for her intercession when praying for the care of the earth and for those who work to protect it. We'll get acquainted with Saint Kateri. 

The only holy Roman emperor ever canonized a saint who became known for using his political power to strengthen the Church. We get acquainted with Saint Henry.

 A saint who was said to have crossed a river on the back of a giant sturgeon after fleeing danger. We get acquainted with Saint Amelia.

A saint who, as a soldier, was assigned to escort a Catholic bishop to prison, but the bishop's joyful faith changed his life. We get acquainted with Saint Augustine Zhao Rong.

A saint who teamed up with her husband to evangelize. We get acquainted with Saint Priscilla.

A saint who rode her horse directly between two armies, risking her own life to stop the battle. We'll get acquainted with Saint Elizabeth of Portugal.

 If you are not familiar with the story of St. Maria Goretti, it is a difficult story about a beautiful soul. She is the patron saint of Young Women, Purity, Forgiveness, and Victims of Rape. Chuck gets us acquainted with St. Maria Goretti.

Who is the patron saint of fireworks and explosives? We'll get acquainted with Saint Barbara.

 Today's saint segment is for anyone dealing with chronic pain, illness, or discouragement, showing that holiness isn't about having an easy life. We'll get acquainted with Saint Junipero Serra.

A bishop who wrote the oldest Christian wedding song, meet Saint Paulinus of Nola.

This bishop of the Church is most famously associated with St. Elmo's Fire. No, not the TV show, but the phenomenon. Let's get acquainted with Saint Erasmus of Formia.

A courageous bishop and martyr who remained faithful to Christ and His Church, even unto death. His steadfast witness continues to inspire Christians to stand firm in the truth.

This popular priest and doctor of the Church is most often called upon for help in finding lost or stolen items. Let's get more acquainted with Saint Anthony of Padua.

Saint Segment: St. Romuald

Founder of the Premonstratensian Order, Saint Norbert was known for his devotion to the Eucharist, reform of the Church, and dedication to preaching the Gospel.

Learn about the life and witness of Saint Thorlak, whose dedication to the Church and courageous leadership continue to inspire believers today.

This patron saint of arborists had a life changing encounter on a Good Friday.

This courageous young girl was repeatedly subjected to and endured brutal torture for professing her Christianity.

We get acquainted with Saint Honore, patron saint of bakers and pastry chefs.

Reflect on the mercy of God and the invitation to reconciliation as we celebrate the life and witness of St. Barnabas.

Discover the life of the 11th-century pope known for Church reform, holiness, and courageous leadership.

Learn about the remarkable sister of Saints Basil the Great and Gregory of Nyssa, whose holiness, wisdom, and influence helped shape the early Church.