The Sanctified Podcast

Saving Lives Every Day - Saint Maria Troncatti

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.
 
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Prayer:
Merciful Father,through the work of the Holy Spirityou raised up motherly charity in Blessed Maria Troncatti, virgin, in proclaiming Christ to the people.Grant that we may beinstruments of reconciliation and peaceand grant us the graces that we ask forthrough her intercession.Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Man of God - Saint Alexius (St. Alexis)

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?
 
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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.

The Woman Who Shaped Modern Theology- Saint Catherine of Genoa

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.
 
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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.

His Death Influenced International Treaties - Saint John Gabriel Perboyre

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.
 
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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".

A Duel Changed History - Saint Romuald

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.
 
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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.

Saint Juan Diego - The Man Who Met Mary

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.
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Patron of the Everyday Man - Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati

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!

The Gamer Saint - Carlo Acutis

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.
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She Single-handedly fended off an Entire Army - Saint Clare of Assisi

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.
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Saint Gall had the Coolest Pet Ever!

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!
 
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