Know Your Faith

The life and miracles of the holy bishop whose story gave birth to today's Santa Claus. Remembered each year most especially during the month of December, his white-bearded face is familiar to and bel … read more

According to Hallmark Cards, each year on Valentine's Day more than 163 million cards are exchanged - a quarter of all the cards that are sent in a year. How did the name of a third-century Christian … read more

Courage, purity, and forgiveness - vivid lessons from the life of this young saint. Saint Maria carries the palm of martyrdom and lilies, the symbol of purity in sacred art. Born in Italy in 1890, Ma … read more

We've all seen pictures and figurines of Saint Francis with the animals. Read this article to discover the story behind each of these animals. The Story Behind This Icon Anyone who has had a pet or b … read more