The Sanctified Podcast

Howdy all!  Today we are exploring the life of Saint Vladimir of Kiev, patron of Kiev, and a man who went through a conversion I probably wouldn't believe if the details weren't recorded like they were.   Have a wonderful day!   Dear Lord, you were patient and forgiving with Saint Vladimir of Kiev, I humbly ask that you be patient and forgiving with me as well. And help guide me through faith just as you helped Saint Vladimir come from the darkness in his pagan practices to the light in worshipping your Holy Grace. Amen   Youtube: The Sanctified Podcast Facebook: Sanctified Pod Instagram: Sanctified Pod X: Sanctified_Pod

Howdy! Today we are going to look into the life of Saint Charbel Makhlouf, an extremely devoted Maronite Monk from Lebanon who has been reported to have granted over 33,000 miracles from heaven.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord, infinitely Holy and glorified in Your saints, You inspired Saint Charbel to lead a life of hermit-like perfection, exemplifying the virtues of poverty, chastity, and obedience. We beseech You to grant us the grace of loving and serving You, following his example.   1950: Tomb Opening https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vqE-afKi1Y

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode, today we are going to take a brief look into the events and lives of the 19 men involved in the execution at Gorkum in the 18th century.   Have a blessed day!   Prayer: God our Father, you gave victory to your holy martyrs at Gorkum, and adorned them with the crown of eternal life. Imitating their constancy, may we also attain with them to eternal glory.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to look at the life of Saint Swithun, a man who performed many miracles, though mostly after his death.  From healing to weather control, he did it all. Here's the link to more of Swithun's miracles: https://orthochristian.com/122701.html Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Almighty God, by whose grace we celebrate again the feast of your servant Swithun, grant that, as he governed with gentleness the people committed to his care, so we, rejoicing in our Christian inheritance, may always seek to build up your Church in unity and love; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to look at the life of Saint Peter of Verona, also known as Saint Peter Martyr.  He was canonized faster than any other saint in history and it doesn't seem like his record will ever be broken.  He lived an incredibly devoted and inspirational life.  I hope you enjoy the episode!   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Almighty God, you granted Saint Peter the crown of martyrdom for his perseverance in professing the true faith. Grant that we, your faithful people, may profess that same faith in prayer and action, and so receive the salvation of our souls.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Mary Elizabeth Hesselblad, a woman whose journey through faith pushed her to help countless people and establish organizations that would go on to change peoples' lives all around the world.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: St. Mary Elizabeth Hesselblad, Foundress of the Bridgettines, humble servant of God, who found true peace in solitude and prayer, intercede for us before the Lord. Help us seek unity and spiritual strength in times of tribulation, and guide us with your wisdom to the heart of the Holy Trinity. Amen

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode, today we are going to explore the life of Saint Benezet, a young man who did what he was called to do even though others mocked him.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord, grant me the eyes to see and ears to hear what you have to show and say to me, just as you said to Saint Benezet. Help me be as devoted to you as Benezet was, and guide me to offer services to help others in ways I would not think of without you.

Howdy all! Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Drogo (of Sebourg), a 12th century saint known for his devotion, skills, miracles, and commitment to those who needed help.  And somehow patron saint of coffee?   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Heavenly Father, through the intercession of Saint Drogo, we pray for all those who suffer from physical deformities or disabilities. May they be granted the strength and courage to face their challenges with grace and hope, and may they know the love and support of those around them. We ask that you bring healing and comfort to those who are suffering, and that they may find joy and peace in your presence.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Walter of Pontoise, a man who was so good at his job, he was forced to do it even though it stressed him out.  Something I'm sure a lot of us can relate to.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord, guide us in the challenges we face everyday in our lives and especially in our workplace just as you guided Saint Walter of Pontoise. Keep us free from work-related stress and grant us the patience to get through any challenges that arise. And help us achieve the same success in our work as you helped Saint Walter of Pontoise achieve.

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode! Today we are looking at the life of Saint Brychan, a king, a father, and a rather atypical saint.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: O God, who blessed Saint Brychan with a large family and a heart for the poor, grant that we, following his example of faith and dedication, may grow in wisdom and virtue. May we, like him, bear witness to Thy glory through a life of love and service, and, following his example, one day reach the heavenly kingdom.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to take a look at the life of Saint Catherine of Siena, a woman devoted to God since she was 5 years old and led an all-too-brief life focused on faith and helping others.  She left us a wonderful document, her "Dialogue" that shows us her close relationship with God.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Holy Spirit, come into my heart; Draw it to Thee by Thy power, O my God, And grant me charity with filial fear. Preserve me, O beautiful love, from every evil thought; Warm me, inflame me with Thy dear love, And every pain will seem light to me. My Father, my sweet Lord, help me in all my actions. Jesus, love.   or a longer prayer: https://www.nashvilledominican.org/prayer/litanies/litany-of-st-catherine-of-siena/     

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Martin of Braga, a bishop who left behind a legacy of beautiful conversions and translated valuable documents.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Help us to grow in wisdom and truth, to remain firm in our faith, and to live according to the teachings of Christ. Guide us in our journey toward holiness, that we may serve God with humility and love. Pray for us, that we may always seek what is right and lead others closer to God through our words and actions. Saint Martin of Braga, pray for us.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, an absolutely remarkable woman whose story is almost unbelievable.  From the day of her birth, she was destined for greatness.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: I will go unto the altar of God. It is not myself and my tiny little affairs that matter here, but the great sacrifice of atonement. I surrender myself entirely to Your divine will, O Lord. Make my heart grow greater and wider, out of itself into the Divine Life.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Catherine of Bologna, a woman who accomplished so much in less than 50 years of living. From writing on spiritual warfare to healing from Heaven, she touched countless peoples' lives.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord God, who gave the holy Virgin St. Catherine of Bologna gift upon gift from heaven, grant, we pray, that, imitating her virtues on earth, we may delight with her in the joys of eternity. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode, today we are going to explore the life of Saint Piran, a priest who liked to party and provided numerous miracles to those around him.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: O God, who sent your servant Piran to work in Cornwall for your kingdom: mercifully grant that we may faithfully labour for you as fellow-workers of your Son Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode, today we are going to explore the life of Saint Alphonsus Rodriguez.  His life seemed to be going pretty well, but then it all fell apart at once.  But he still became an inspiration to everyone around him. Have a wonderful day! Prayer: St. Alphonsus Rodriguez, humble servant of God, help us to embrace our daily tasks with love and patience. Intercede for us in our sufferings, that we may find strength in Christ, and teach us to encourage and guide others with gentleness and faith.

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode, and today we are going to take a look at the life of Saint Lawrence, also known as Saint Lorenzo.  He was a generous person with a killer sense of humor.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Saint Lawrence, Martyr and Deacon, who, being subjected to the most bitter torments, did not lose faith nor constancy in confessing Jesus Christ, help us achieve such an active and solid faith, that we shall never be ashamed to be true followers of Jesus Christ, and fervent Christians in word and in deed.

Howdy all!  In today's episode we are going to explore the life of Saint Lidwina.  She had one accident while ice skating as a young adult that changed her entire life.  But she never once let her problems stop her from helping others.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: St. Lidwina, in your sufferings you knew well the weight of the cross.  Please pray for all who are burdened in life.  Teach us by your example to never waste one drop of pain, but to lovingly and courageously offer it to our Lord, who suffered and died for us.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to look at the life of Saint Pedro Calungsod, a young man who changed lives but whose own life was ruined by rumors.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Saint Peter Calungsod, student, catechist, young migrant, missionary, faithful friend, martyr, you inspire us by your faith in your time of adversity; by your courage in teaching in the midst of hostility; and by your love in shedding your blood for the sake of the Gospel. Make our prayers your own and intercede for us before the throne of Mercy and Grace so that, as we experience the help of Heaven, we may be encouraged to live and proclaim the Gospel here on earth.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Marinus, also known as San Marino.  Thank you to Michelle for recommending this fascinating Saint, even though his lessons are centuries old, the country he founded stands strong today.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: St. Marinus, humble servant of God and founder of a community rooted in faith, we ask for your intercession. Pray that we may integrate our faith into our daily work, live with simplicity, and foster communities centered on Christ’s love. May your example inspire us to build lives of holiness in the midst of the world.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Dulce Pontes, a nun from Brazil who was a true role model and a hero to many.  Nothing could stop her from helping others when she put her mind to it.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord our God, remembering Your Daughter, Saint Dulce of the Poor, whose heart burned with love for You and her brothers and sisters, particularly the poor and excluded, we ask You: give us the same love for the needy; renew our faith and hope, and grant that we, like this daughter, may live as brothers and sisters, striving daily for holiness, so that we may be authentic missionary disciples of Your Son Jesus. Amen.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Mark Ji Tiangxiang, a doctor who became addicted to his own medicine but never lost his faith.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: St. Mark Ji Tianxiang, you are a beacon of hope to all who struggle with deep seated habits of sin and vice. In your life we can see that we never have a legitimate excuse to get angry or blame anyone or anything for our sins, weaknesses, faults, and failings. Rather, strengthened by your example, may we humbly accept responsibility for our defects and with earnest effort, struggle against them as if all depended on us, but pray as if it all depended on God.

Howdy all!  We are starting off 2026 with a pretty big bang, and by that I mean we're going to look at a pretty major and recent event involving saints and miracles.  Today, we are going to take a look at the Children of Fatima and the miracles that they witnessed.  Everything they saw has come true in some way and, personally, the events shouldn't be overlooked.   Have a wonderful day and a blessed 2026!   Prayer: Most Holy Trinity—Father, Son and Holy Spirit—I adore Thee profoundly. I offer Thee the most precious Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ, present in all the tabernacles of the world, in reparation for the outrages, sacrileges, and indifferences whereby He is offended. And through the infinite merits of His Most Sacred Heart and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I beg of Thee the conversion of poor sinners.

Howdy everyone!  Today is a little different, we are just doing a brief year in review instead of covering a new saint.  It has been a fun 2025 and I am excited to cover another 50+ saints in 2026!   Have a wonderful day!

Howdy all!  Santa came a little early this year! Today we are looking at one of the most famous Saints in the world, jolly old Saint Nicholas!  I'm sure you're familiar with him to some level, but you may not know his full story or how we got from Saint Nicholas to Santa Claus.  Today is your lucky day though, over the next 20 minutes you will learn all about this remarkable saint!   Have a wonderful day and a Merry Christmas!!!   Prayer: O good St. Nicholas, put in my heart the spirit of childhood, which the gospel speaks, and teach me to seed happiness around me. You, whose feast prepares us for Christmas, open my faith to the mystery of God made man. Good bishop, help me to find my place in the Church and inspire the Church to be faithful to the gospel. O good Saint Nicholas, watch over those who pray to Jesus, your Lord and theirs, as well as over those who humble themselves before you. Bring us all in reverence to the Holy Child of Bethlehem, where true joy and peace are found. Amen

Howdy all!  Today we are going to learn about the life of Saint Walpurga, an amazing woman who calmed seas, inspired faith, and is still celebrated today.     Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Holy Walpurga, you dwell in the glory of heaven, gazing upon the face of the Holy Trinity in the company of all the saints. I turn to you, full of trust in the words of Jesus Christ. God has granted you the gift of healing; help me in my need, which I bring before you. Beg God to grant healing, consolation and strength to me and to all those for whom I pray. Implore Him to let me recognize His love and know His presence, whatever He may have in store for me.

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode!  Today we are going to explore the life of the final of the saints canonized in October, Saint Jose Gregorio Hernandez Cisneros.  He was a great doctor medically and spiritually, offering his services even if patients couldn't offer payment.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: O, my all-powerful Lord! You have brought your beloved servant Jose Gregorio to Your heart, to whom, with Your great mercy, You gave the power to heal the sick of this world. Give him now, Lord, as my Spiritual Physician, the grace to heal me, both in body and soul, and the power to guide the hands of the mortal doctors who are working on my behalf.

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Carmen Rendiles Martinez, though she wasn't dealt a fair hand at birth, she never let it slow her down or diminish her love.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: O God, who blessed Maria del Carmen Rendiles Martinez with exceptional virtues of faith, hope, and charity, grant that through her intercession, we may be inspired to live lives of selfless service and devotion to You. Help us to follow her example of love and compassion, and grant us the grace to imitate her unwavering trust in Your providence. Through Christ our Lord, Amen.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to go over the life and miracles of Saint Vincenza Maria Poloni, a woman who was extremely devoted and would help everyone she could despite the pain she was experiencing.  Hope you enjoy the episode! Have a wonderful day! Prayer: Saint Vincenza Maria Poloni, pray for us. Help us be more generous with our neighbors, more charitable for the poor, and better teachers for our children. Pray for our guidance in our everyday lives and for the strength to be kind and patient in our times of frustration.

Howdy all!  Welcome back, today we are going to explore the life of Saint Ignatius Maloyan, a man so devoted that he couldn't be convinced to abandon his faith despite being faced with death during the Armenian Genocide.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: O Saint Ignatius Maloyan, devoted shepherd of the Church. Courageous martyr, you have known suffering, prison, and martyrdom, teach me patience in difficulties, steadfastness in trials, so that I may never renounce my faith in the Lord, but to live and bear witness to Jesus as you did. Intercede for me and support me as I journey through life, so that one day I may be worthy to share with you the glory of Heaven.

Howdy all!  Welcome back, today we are going to explore the life of Saint Peter To Rot!  The first Saint from Papua New Guinea, and a man who's faith was unwavering and inspiring to all around him.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Rejoice as you share Christ’s sufferings. Just as Peter suffered for his love of God, you suffer; different in the kind of suffering you have undergone, but like him configured to the Passion and Death of the Lord. Remember, the crucified Jesus is the sign of God’s unfailing love for every one of his children, for each and every one of you. Saint Peter To Rot, pray for us.  

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode, today we are going to explore the craziest conversion story I've heard of yet, the life of Bartolo Longo.  He was about as lost as someone can be, but through perseverance and faith, he was saved.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Rosary Novena – Pray five decades of the Rosary each day for twenty-seven days in petition, then immediately five decades each day for twenty-seven days in thanksgiving

Howdy all!  Welcome back, today we are going to explore the life of Saint Paul of the Cross.  A man of many miracles, including controlling the weather at his sermons.  Hope you enjoy!   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Saint Paul of the Cross, God drew you to the heights of contemplation and taught you the deepest truths within the depths of your soul. You then shared the good fruits of your contemplation with the world. Please pray for me, that I will continuously seek to deepen my faith by deepening my prayer and penance, never shying away from the most glorious Gift of the Passion of Jesus Christ. Saint Paul of the Cross, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.

Howdy all!  Today we are exploring the life of Saint Nicetius, an ordinary man who a king took a particular liking too, but that liking was not mutual and Nicetius made that perfectly clear.  Hope you enjoy Nicetius' story!   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Saint Nicetius, pray for us and for our leaders to be guided as you were by God. Let them look out for our interests and keep us safe. Saint Nicetius, grant us your guidance from heaven so that we may guide those in need.

Howdy everyone!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Maria Troncatti, a missionary to South America who strove to help people no matter what.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Merciful Father, through the work of the Holy Spirit you raised up motherly charity in Blessed Maria Troncatti, virgin, in proclaiming Christ to the people. Grant that we may be instruments of reconciliation and peace and grant us the graces that we ask for through her intercession. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to learn about the life of Saint Alexius (aka Saint Alexis), The man of God who gave up everything to surround himself in his faith.  Could you make the sacrifices he made?   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Oh, glorious and Blessed Saint Alexius! Faithful, pious and good servant that you are, enjoying the glory of God, obtain me the favor to separate me from all evil.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Catherine of Genoa, a woman whose writings helped shape modern theology and inspired countless theologians over centuries.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Gracious God, reveal to thy church the depths of thy love; that, like thy servant Catherine of Genoa, we might give ourselves in loving service, knowing that we have been perfectly loved by thee; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode!  Today, we are going to explore the life of John Gabriel Perboyre, a martyr who changed lives while both living and after death.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: (composed by John Gabriel Perboyre) O my Divine Savior, transform me into Yourself. May my hands be the hands of Jesus. Grant that every faculty of my body may serve only to glorify You. Above all, transform my soul and all its powers so that my memory, will and affection may be the memory, will and affections of Jesus. I pray You to destroy in me all that is not of You. Grant that I may live but in You, by You and for You, so that I may truly say, with St. Paul, "I live – now not I – But Christ lives in me".

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Romuald!  He was living a simple life, endulging in life's pleasures when things changed suddenly and he found himself on a whole new path.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer for St. Romuald: Saint Romuald, God called you to a new and glorious vocation, which He wanted to gift to the Church through you. You responded in generosity and left a legacy of holy men who followed. Please pray for me, that I will more fully commit myself to a life of silence, solitude, and prayer. In that way, I will discover the beautiful life that you discovered so as to more fully prepare my soul for Heaven. Saint Romuald, pray for me. Jesus, I trust in You.

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Juan Diego, a devoted man who ran into a very surprising individual on his way to church one day. Have a wonderful day!

Howdy all!  Today is a very special day, today two saints have been canonized!  One of these saints is Pier Giorgio Frassati.  He was a generous and caring man who loved adventure, but loved his faith more.  Nothing stopped him from helping others, even as he lay in his deathbed. Have a blessed day!

Howdy all!  Today we are doing something pretty special because the saint we are learning about, Carlo Acutis, was canonized today!  Carlo is the first 21st century saint, and he led an inspiring life that was cut far too short. Have a wonderful day!

Howdy All!  In today's episode we are going to learn about Saint Clare of Assisi.  She left home as a girl, started her own order, fended off invading forces, and stood her ground against multiple Popes.  She is truly an inspiring woman. Have a wonderful day!

Howdy everyone!  Today we are going to explore the life and story of Saint Gallus, aka Saint Gall, a very passionate and faithful man who had an awesome pet!   Have a wonderful day!

Howdy all! Today we are going to learn about the life of Saint Peter Chrysologus, the "golden-worded" man who wrote some of the most profound homilies the Catholic Church has ever known.   Have a wonderful day!

Howdy everyone! In today's episode we will explore the life of Saint Joseph of Cupertino, a devoted saint who levitated his way into history.   Have a wonderful day!

Howdy all!  In today's episode we are going to explore the history of Saint George, possibly the same man as Al-Khidr.  A soldier, martyr, and dragon-slayer!   Take care and have a wonderful day!

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode, today we are going to learn about the life of Saint Elizabeth of Hungary (aka Elizabeth of Thuringia).  Though her life was short, she did incredible things and helped as many people as she could.   Have a great day!

Howdy all!  Today we are going to learn about the Saint Maximilian Kolbe.  Born in Poland in the 19th century, he travelled the world and wound up in the worst place possible... but he still held hope.   Have a great day!

Howdy everyone!  In today's episode of the Sanctified Podcast, we are going to explore the life of Saint Rita, a woman who had to endure a difficult start to life but found peace by the end. Take care and have a great day!