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8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - April 10th: Saint Gregory XIII, Pope

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What the world was likePope Gregory XIII lived at the time of the Renaissance. During thistime there was a resurgence of learning, affecting philosophicalthought, science, and art. Leonardo da Vinci painted the LastSupper and the Mona Lisa; Michelangelo painted the ceiling of theSistine Chapel and sculpted the Pietà. Pope Gregory XIII livedduring a time of great exploration of the world. Vasco de Gamadiscovered a sea route to India; Magellan's expeditioncircumnavigated the world; Ponce de Leon discovered Florida;Francis Drake circled the world and claimed California forEngland. Martin Luther started the Protestant Reformation. HenryVIII renounced the Catholic Church and began the AnglicanChurch of England. The spinning wheel improved the productionof fabrics.Who he wasUgo Buoncompagni was born in Bologna, Italy. He studied law.After he graduated, he taught law for many years. The pope madehim a cardinal and sent him to attend the Council of Trent, ameeting in which Catholic rules were explained and revised. Later,the pope sent him to Spain to serve as an adviser to the king.In 1572, he became pope and took the name Gregory XIII. He wasable to deal with problems in the church because he was veryintelligent and adept at working with people. He worked very hardto make the Church better and to follow the rules set at the Councilof Trent.Pope Gregory XIII worked closely with the Jesuit order of priests.He sent them on many missions to teach others about the Catholicfaith. He also started many seminaries for training priests.Pope Gregory XIII created the Gregorian calendar, the calendar weuse today. The old calendar was too long and did not match withthe seasons of the year and the cycles of the moon. This caused thedate of Easter to be too early in the year.

What this saint means to us todayThe Gregorian calendar, created by Pope Gregory XIII, is still inuse today. The Jesuits are priests, teachers, and missionaries andhave established many schools, universities and places of learningthroughout the world.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity

Born: January 7th, 1502 Died: April 10th, 1585 Feast Day: April 10th

Saint Gregory XIII, pope

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8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - April 12th: Saint Teresa de los Andes

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What she said"I am God's. He created me and is my beginning and my end."What the world was likeTeresa grew up in Chile, a country with a stable economy and aparliamentary system of government. In this type of government,the congress held most of the power. Congress elected a presidentwho did not have much power.

During Teresa's lifetime, Orville and Wilbur Wright made their firstflight in an aircraft. The automobile became mass-produced.Phonographs and radio programming became popular in homes.The ocean liner, RMS Titanic, hit an iceberg in the North Atlanticand sank on its first voyage. World War I was fought.Who she wasTeresa was born in Santiago, Chile. When she was baptized, shewas given the name Juana. Her family and her friends all called herJuanita. She grew up in a large Christian family. Juanita wasintelligent and attended school where she was taught by the SacredHeart nuns.Juanita was a normal young girl. She was very happy, cheerful, andattractive. She played the piano and participated in swimming andhorseback riding. She had many friends and enjoyed playing jokeson her family and friends. She taught religion to the young childrenin her parish.Juanita read about the life of the Saint Therese of Lisieux. ThisFrench-born saint, known as the Little Flower, was a Carmelitenun. After reading about this saint, Juanita decided that she wantedto serve God as Saint Therese had done and to become a Carmelitenun. At age nineteen, Juanita entered the Carmelite monastery andwas given the name Teresa.During her short life of twenty years, Teresa wrote many letters,sharing her thoughts about God with others. Teresa was very kindto the elderly and to the poor. When Teresa was twenty years old,she became ill and died.

Teresa is the first saint from Chile.What this saint means to usTeresa enjoyed doing many of the things children today enjoydoing. She went to school, participated in sports, and had fun withfriends. She was an ordinary person, yet she focused her life onJesus and tried to love others as He loves them.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity

Born: July 13th, 1900 Died: April 12th, 1920 Feast Day: April 12th

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8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - April 28th: Saint Gianna Beretta Molla

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What she said"The secret of happiness is to live moment by moment and to thankGod for all that He, in His goodness, sends to us day after day."What the world was likeSaint Gianna lived during a time of great changes for both for hernative country of Italy and the world. Benito Mussolini had justbecome leader of Italy the year before Gianna was born. Heexpanded his powers until he became dictator of Italy. DuringWorld War II, Mussolini made an alliance with Nazi Germany andJapan. Gianna and her husband both opposed Mussolini'sgovernment, as did many Italians. Mussolini was deposed at theend of the war, and the United Nations was formed in 1945 topromote peace throughout the world.In the medical field, doctors were developing new ways to fightdisease and infection. Penicillin was discovered in 1928 by theScottish scientist Alexander Fleming. It began to be used fortreatment of infections during the 1940s. In 1952, Jonas Salk, anAmerican scientist, discovered the first vaccine for polio, adangerous disease that affected many children.Horizons were being expanded in other directions as well. In 1953,Sir Edmund Hillary and his guide Tenzing Norgay climbed thesummit of Mount Everest. Five years later, the U.S.S.R. launchedSputnik, the first artificial sattelite. Yuri Gagarin, the Russiancosmonaut, was the first person in space with his successful orbitof the earth in 1961.

Who she wasGianna was born in Milan, Italy. She grew up surrounded by acloseknit and loving family. Her father worked in a cotton mill toprovide for his wife and eight children. Gianna's family was veryreligious, and Gianna would accompany her mother to daily Mass.Gianna was a happy child, although she struggled with her schoolwork and battled poor health.When Gianna was a teenager, her oldest sister died at the age of 26.From this point on, Gianna began to take her faith more seriously.She realized that her faith could not just be a habit, but that she hadto live her faith with joy. She began to make more time for personalprayer and meditation every day. Gianna took on a leadership rolein the Catholic women's group she belonged to. She encouraged theother women to pray and find opportunities to help others.Gianna also became more diligent about her school work. Shethought about becoming a missionary to Brazil, but eventuallydecided that the best way to fulfill her desire to serve others was bybecoming a doctor. She was drawn to care for children and seniorcitizens in particular, and she eventually specialized as a

Born: October 4th, 1922 Died: April 28th, 1962 Feast Day: April 28th

Saint Gianna Beretta Molla



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pediatrician. Many of her patients felt that she was not only theirdoctor, but also their friend and confidante.Gianna married Pietro Molla when she was 32 years old. Both ofthem were passionate about their jobs, but Gianna insisted that theyalso make time for other pursuits. They enjoyed entertainingguests, attending plays and concerts, and skiing and hiking. Most ofall, they loved their children. Gianna considered her children her"treasures." Although it was unusual at this time, Gianna continuedto practice medicine after she had children. She loved her childrenso much that this love overflowed into her work as a doctor.When Gianna was pregnant with her fourth child, doctors foundshe had a tumor that threatened her life and the life of her baby. Asa doctor, Gianna was aware of the risks involved in her treatmentoptions. She decided to have a surgery that carried a higher risk forherself, but was safer for her baby. The surgery was successful inremoving the tumor, and a few months later Gianna gave birth to ahealthy daughter, Gianna Emanuela. However, Gianna herselfcontracted an infection. While modern antibiotics could have savedher, doctors at that time were unable to defeat the infection. Giannadied at the age of 39, one week after the birth of her daughter.Gianna Beretta Molla's husband and daughter were present at hercanonization. Gianna followed in her mother's footsteps bybecoming a doctor.

What this saint means to usSaint Gianna followed Christ as a doctor, a mother, and a wife. Shewas a cheerful and energetic person who loved life and wasinvolved in many activities. She recognized that life is a gift fromGod and she wanted to share it with others.Saint Gianna reminds us that we are called to follow Christ throughprayerful service in every situation in life. We should pray to herfor help in finding ways to offer our own talents and gifts in theservice of others.




8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - April 29th: Saint Catherine of Siena

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What she said"Eternal God, You are a fire that takes away the coldness,illuminates the mind with its light, and causes me to know Yourtruth."What the world was likeCatherine was born in the late Middle Ages, a time of great changein the world and for the Church. The bubonic plague, a deadly andcontagious disease often called The Black Death, spread acrossEurope and killed one third of the population. Also duringCatherine's lifetime, the pope, who had always lived in Rome, wasliving in France, which caused problems for the Church. It was alsothe beginning of the Renaissance, a revival of classical art,architecture, literature, and learning that began in Italy. TheHundred Years War between France and England began and thefirst cannons were used in battle. During Catherine's lifetime, thetechnique of knitting was introduced. Who she wasCatherine was from a very large family. She had twenty-fivebrothers and sisters. Her family lived in Northern Italy. Her fatherwas a wool dyer and her mother ran the household and took care ofall the children. Catherine did not go to school and did not have aformal education.When she was very young, Catherine began to find quiet placeswhere she could pray and talk to God. At the age of sixteen, shejoined the Third Order of Dominican nuns. She wore their habitand lived in a small room in her parents' home. Catherine spentthree years in this room, praying. After this time, she began toserve those who were sick and poor. People began to visit herbecause they wanted to follow her example of living in God's love.There were many disagreements in the Church during Catherine'slife. The pope was living in France instead of Rome. Catherinebelieved that God wanted the disagreements to end so she began towrite to the pope. She convinced the Pope to move back to Rome.Catherine continued to write letters to all kinds of people, from thepoorest in the land to the richest and most famous. It wasconsidered a miracle that Catherine was able to write well becauseshe never attended school. In her letters, Catherine encouragedpeople to live in peace.What this saint means to us todayCatherine's writings are among the classics of Italian literature. Theadvice and wisdom contained in her writings can still be applied toour lives today. Catherine wrote that no matter where people lived

Born: March 25th, 1347 Died: April 29th, 1380 Feast Day: April 29th

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or who they were, they should realize that all their talents andeverything they have is from God. Catherine used her talents tohave a positive effect on the world.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - December 6th: Saint Nicholas of Myra

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What he saidFather Alban Butler, in his Lives of the Saints, wrote that Nicholaswas known for his "charity in comforting and relieving thedistressed."What the world was likeNicholas was born in a time of great changes. The Roman Empireruled the lands around the Mediterranean Sea, but all across theEmpire people were turning away from the pagan gods the Romansworshiped. Many were becoming followers of Jesus Christ.Emperor Diocletian, who ruled the empire from 284 to 305,persecuted and killed Christians. But in the year 313 the EmperorConstantine passed a law called the Edict of Milan. This lawallowed Christians to worship freely. Then, in 325, Constantinecalled all the bishops of the Church to a great council in the city ofNicaea, which is in present-day Turkey. It was the first ecumenicalcouncil in the Church's history. Constantine even became aChristian himself before he died in 337. Constantine's conversionmade his mother, Saint Helena, very happy. She was a Christianand had prayed for her son to become Christian also. Some of theother saints who lived at this time were Saint Anthony of Egypt,Saint Basil the Great, and Saint Martin of Tours. Who he wasSaint Nicholas of Myra is one of the most popular saints in theworld. He is honored as the patron saint of Greece and Russia. Heis the patron of unmarried girls, brides, sailors, and travelers. He ismost famous as the patron saint of children. It has been said that hisimage has been painted and drawn by Christian artists more oftenthan that of any saint except Mary, the Mother of God. But despitehis popularity, we know almost nothing about Nicholas's life. Wedo know that he was Bishop of Myra, a city on the southern coastof modern-day Turkey. According to early accounts, the Holy Spiritinspired the clergy and the people of Myra to appoint Nicholas astheir bishop because he was known for his goodness and his manyacts of charity.Traditional accounts say that Nicholas grew up as the only son ofdevoted Christian parents. His mother and father died when he wasyoung, and Nicholas inherited a large fortune. He decided to usethis money to help the many people he saw around him who werein need. He also decided to perform these acts of charity quietly,even secretly, and not to brag about them.Nicholas learned that one of his neighbors had lost all his moneyand could not afford to pay for weddings for his three daughters.

Born: between A.D. 260 and 280 Died: A.D. 345 or352

Feast Day: December 6th

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According to the custom of the time, this meant that the man'sdaughters could not get married at all. One night, Nicholas crept upto the man's house. He waited until everyone in the house wasasleep and then tossed a bag of gold into the house. Some storiessay that he dropped the bag down the chimney so that it would landon the hearth below. The oldest girl would find the gold first thingin the morning when she went to make a fire to cook the family'sbreakfast.The man and his daughters rejoiced when they found the gold, andthe oldest girl soon was married. One night after the wedding,another bag of gold appeared for the second daughter. So she toowas soon married. After the second wedding, the father decided tostay up and watch for the mysterious gift-giver. He wanted to thankthis person for the gifts. The father sat by the window and waited.When Nicholas arrived with his bag of gold for the youngestdaughter, the father rushed outside to thank him.The story of Nicholas's secret acts of charity soon spread. Today,Saint Nicholas's is known as a gift-giver all around the world. Butwe no longer think of "Saint Nick" as a kindly bishop. Over thecenturies and across the continents, we now know "Saint Nick" as"Santa Claus." What this saint means to usSaint Nicholas is an example of kindness and generosity for ustoday. This year, as we prepare for Christmas, we should rememberNicholas's quiet acts of selfless charity as we give our Christmasgifts.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - December 9th: Saint Juan Diego

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What he said “I am a nobody, I am a small rope, a tiny ladder, the tail end, a

leaf.”What the world was like

Juan Diego lived during the Age of Exploration. Europeanadventurers sailed from their home countries to explore other lands.The Spanish arrived in Mexico in 1519.With these explorers came missionaries who wanted to spread theGood News of Jesus Christ to people. The people of Mexico hadwell-developed cultures of their own, which were very differentfrom those of Europe. Sometimes these differences led to harshtreatment of the native Mexicans. Many missionaries, however,worked to improve conditions for the native people.Who he was

Saint Juan Diego was born in Mexico near Mexico City. He was apoor man, but he was able to provide for himself by working in thefields and weaving mats.He first learned about Jesus Christ through the preaching ofmissionaries. Their stories and teachings inspired him. He and hiswife were baptized. His name had been one which meant “talkingeagle.” At his Baptism he received the name Juan Diego.Saint Juan Diego wanted to learn more about his faith. Twice aweek, he and his wife walked fourteen miles to Mass and religiousinstruction. When he traveled, Juan Diego often wore a tilma, arough cloak made from cloth of woven cactus fibers. The cloakprotected him against the cold evenings and early mornings.On December 9, 1531, Juan Diego was on his way to church whenhe saw a beautiful woman. She was dressed as an Aztecnoblewoman. She called him by name and spoke in his ownlanguage. The woman told him she was Mary, Mother of Christ,and that she had a special task for him. He was to tell the bishopthat she wanted a shrine to be built in that very spot. She wanted toshow her “love, compassion, help, and protection” for all thepeople.Juan Diego thought that the bishop would doubt such a requestfrom a poor man like him, but he did as the Lady asked. The bishopdid not believe Juan Diego at first. The bishop asked for a signfrom the Lady that she was Mary, the Mother of God. In responseto the bishop’s request, the Lady had Juan Diego fill his tilma withroses. Since it was December, it was amazing that these roses wereblooming! So Juan Diego presented the roses to the bishop. There,imprinted on the tilma, was a picture of Mary as she had lastappeared.A small chapel was quickly built on the hill where Mary hadappeared. The church was dedicated to Mary. Juan Diego lived in a

Born: Spring 1474 Died: May 30th, 1548 Feast Day: December 9th

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small house nearby for the rest of his life. He cared for the churchand those who visited it. He continued to share the story of Mary’sgreat sign of her love for the people of Mexico and all people.What this saint means to us

By her appearances to Juan Diego Mary showed us that God loveseach person, especially those who are needy or mistreated. Godwants us to respect all people. Juan Diego did as God asked. ByMary’s and Juan Diego’s example, we can learn to see the dignityof each human being.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - February 3rd: Saint Blaise

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What he saidOn the feast of Saint Blaise, a special blessing of the throat isoffered in many parishes: "Through the intercession of SaintBlaise, bishop and martyr, may God deliver you from ailments ofthe throat and from every other evil."What the world was likeThe Roman empire was the most powerful force in the worldduring the time of Saint Blaise. Its territories included most ofEurope, the Middle East, and North Africa. Since the empire wasso large and communication was difficult, it was often divided intosmaller parts so it could be managed more efficiently.The Romans accomplished many feats of engineering. They builtamphitheaters for entertainment, aqueducts to carry water into thecities, and roads. Some of these works were so well constructedthat they can still be seen today.Roman citizenship was available only to men. A boy wasconsidered a full citizen when he was between the ages of 14-17. Afather had complete control over the lives of his wife, children, andslaves, even the power of life and death. Women managed thehousehold, which involved overseeing meals and maintenance, andalso the education of her children and the supervision of slaves.The Roman empire relied heavily on slaves. These slaves wereoften prisoners captured in war. They carried out most of theeveryday tasks from cleaning and cooking to hairdressing andcaring for children. Many doctors, teachers, and musicians wereeducated slaves who were purchased to carry out these tasks withinthe household. Slaves also participated in the Roman army, and asgladiators. Who he wasSaint Blaise lived on the edge of the powerful Roman empire. Hewas a bishop in the city of Sebaste, which is part of Armenia today.During Blaise's life, there were periods in which Christians werepersecuted by the Roman government. Some of the Romans weresuspicious of the Christian faith. Because they did not understandthe beliefs and practices of Christians, they viewed them as a threatto the empire. Many Christians were arrested and killed if theyrefused to give up the faith. It took a lot of courage to be aChristian!Blaise would have known Christians who had suffered for theirfaith. With other Christians, he honored the memory of the martyrsand prayed for the courage to keep the faith too. Yet Blaise alsoknew he could not live in fear. As bishop, he was responsible forencouraging the people of his diocese. When Licinius, the Roman

Born: Unknown Died: c.316 Feast Day: February 3rd

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emperor, ordered a new persecution of Christians, Blaise escapedfrom the city. He lived quietly in a cave until Roman soldiers foundand arrested him. Blaise was thrown into prison. He was given theopportunity to give up his faith and worship the Roman gods, buthe refused. He was tortured and beheaded.While Blaise was in prison, he is said to have performed amiraculous healing. A woman had a son who was choking on a fishbone. She brought the boy to Blaise and asked him to help her son.Blaise prayed that God would heal the child, and suddenly, thebone became dislodged and the boy could breathe again! Blaisereminded the people who had witnessed the miracle to thank Godfor this sign of his love. As a result of this story, people pray toSaint Blaise for healing of all illnesses of the throat.

What this saint means to usBlaise always cared about the physical and spiritual well-being ofothers. Even as he faced terrible suffering, he offered to God theprayers and concerns of the people who came to him.Since we were all created by God, we too should care for andrespect ourselves and each other.




8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - February 8th: Saint Josephine Bakhita

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What she said"The Lord will take care of me. The best thing for us is not whatwe consider best, but what the Lord wants of us." "Seeing the sun,the moon and the stars, I said to myself: 'Who could be the Masterof these beautiful things?' And I felt a great desire to see Him, toknow Him and to pay Him homage."What the world was likeJosephine was born in Africa, but was brought to Italy when shewas young. At this time, Italy had just become a unified country.Shortly thereafter, Rome became the capital of Italy. Sometimelater, Benito Mussolini became the dictator of Italy and took totalcontrol of the country. He took away the Italian people's freedom.During Josephine's lifetime, the Olympic games were revived inAthens, Greece. The Panama Canal was built by the United States,the Great Depression occurred, World Wars I and II were fought,and the United Nations was established. The ocean liner Titanic hitan iceberg and sank on its first voyage. Charles Lindbergh flewsolo across the Atlantic Ocean without stopping.Some of the new inventions that were developed during Josephine'slifetime included the telephone, light bulb, phonograph, zipper, andtoaster. Penicillin and insulin were discovered. Motion pictures,ragtime music, and crossword puzzles were popular.Who she wasJosephine was born in Africa. When she was seven years old shewas kidnapped and sold into slavery. During her youth, she wentthrough many terrible experiences as a slave and was resold manytimes. She was finally sold to the Italian Consul who treated herwith kindness. He gave her to a friend in Italy.Josephine became the nanny to this friend's daughter, Mimmina.When Mimmina's parents had to travel on business to another land,they left Mimmina and Josephine in the care of the CanossianSisters. While living with these nuns, Josephine learned about God.She was baptized and confirmed in 1890. She chose to remain withthe Canossian Sisters and was no longer considered a slave. Shebecame a Canossian Sister in 1896.As a sister, Josephine was sent to live in Schio, in Northern Italy.Here she had several jobs including sewing, cooking,embroidering, and answering the door. She was very gentle, had acalming voice, and always smiled. The people of Schio loved herhumility and kindness. The Sisters in her community appreciatedher sweet nature, her goodness, and her great desire to tell othersabout God.At the end of her life, she became ill and suffered greatly. Butthrough it all, she remained cheerful and kept her smile.

Born: 1869 Died: February 8th, 1957 Feast Day: February 8th

Saint Josephine Bakhita



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What this saint means to us todayJosephine Bakhita lived a very simple and humble life. One of hergreatest gifts was her smile. Even when she was suffering,Josephine continued to share the gift of her smile with others.Josephine considered each stage of her life as part of God's specialplan for her and she accepted each willingly. Josephine Bakhita isthe patron saint of the Sudan and holds a special meaning to thosewho suffer and are oppressed in any way.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - February 25th: Blessed Sebastian of Aparicio

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What the world was likeDuring Sebastian's lifetime, many people were exploring the world.Ponce de Leon discovered Florida, Balboa found the eastern edgeof the Pacific Ocean, Magellan sailed around the world, deCoronado discovered the Grand Canyon, and de Soto discoveredthe Mississippi River.Michaelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel in Rome and designedthe dome of Saint Peter's Basilica. William Shakespeare wrotemany sonnets and plays, including Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, andMacBeth.The invention of the spinning wheel helped change the way fabricwas made. Copernicus theorized that the Earth and all the planetsrevolved around the sun.

Who he wasSebastian was born in Spain in 1502. His parents were very poor.Sebastian worked as a shepherd until he was fifteen years old tohelp support his family. He continued to help his family byworking at many different types of jobs; he worked as a servant toa wealthy woman and as a farm helper. Eventually, Sebastianmoved to Mexico. He began to make plows and wagons to help thefarmers. He trained bulls and oxen. He built roads to connect townsand to make trading easier for farmers and others. Sebastianbecame very rich, but he lived very simply and gave most of hismoney to the poor. He spent his time providing transportation tothose who needed it, feeding the hungry, and teaching Mexicansvarious skills.Sebastian married when he was sixty years old. His wife died afteronly one year of marriage. He then remarried and the same thinghappened. Then he gave away all his money and possessions andbecame a Franciscan. He spent his time as a Franciscan begging forfood for his brothers and for the poor that they cared for. He wasvery humble, sweet and kind. Like Saint Francis of Assisi, he had aspecial way with animals; they seemed to understand what he saidwhen he talked to them.

What he means to us todaySebastian spent his life thinking about others before himself. Hegave away all his possessions to those in need. He worked veryhard all of his life helping others. This example, along with hisliving a prayerful and simple life, drew others closer to God.Whether as a single person, a married man, or a Franciscan,Sebastian always worked for the good of others, helping to maketheir lives better.One of the roads Sebastian built to connect towns in Mexico is stillin use today. He is the patron saint of road builders and travelers.

Born: 1502 Died: 1600 Feast Day: February 25th

Blessed Sebastian of Aparicio



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8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - January 4th: Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

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What she said"The first purpose of our daily work is to do the will of God;secondly, to do it in the manner He wills; and thirdly, to do itbecause it is His will."What the world was likeElizabeth Ann Seton was born two years before the AmericanRevolution. During her lifetime, Thomas Jefferson wrote theDeclaration of Independence, Paul Revere made his famous ride,and the United States won its independence from England. GeorgeWashington became the first president of the United States. TheNew York Stock and Exchange Board was founded. The industrialrevolution took place, shifting workers from farms to factories. TheUnited States made the Louisiana Purchase, greatly increasing thesize of the country. The purchase led to the Lewis and Clarkexpeditions. The War of 1812 took place between the United Statesand Great Britain.

In other parts of the world, the French Revolution took place.Napoleon crowned himself Emperor of France and tried to conquerEurope. Mozart wrote his first symphony. Some importantinventions included the circular saw, the hot air balloon, bifocals,the parachute, steam powered boats, the steam locomotive, thecotton gin, artificial teeth, vaccinations, and the stethoscope.Who she wasElizabeth was born in New York City. She was the daughter of awealthy Protestant physician and was a part of the high society ofNew York. When Elizabeth was three years old, her mother died.Her early years were often lonely and she spent much of her timereading. One of her favorite books to read was the Bible.

When Elizabeth was nineteen years old, she married WilliamMagee Seton, a wealthy businessman. Their first years togetherwere happy and successful. Together they had five children. Afterthey had been married about ten years, William's business failedand he became very ill with tuberculosis. To improve his health, theSetons traveled to Italy where William had friends. William diedthere. William's Italian friends introduced Elizabeth to the Catholicfaith, and she became a Catholic in 1805.

Elizabeth Ann Seton returned home and was rejected by many ofher Protestant family members and friends because of her Catholicfaith. Without any help from her family, Elizabeth Ann Seton hadto earn a living and provide an education for her family. She starteda Catholic school in Baltimore, Maryland, with two other young

Born: August 28th, 1774 Died: January 4th, 1821 Feast Day: January 4th

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women. This began the tradition of Catholic parochial schools inAmerica. In 1809, Elizabeth Ann Seton founded the Sisters ofCharity to help run this school system. This order was the firstnative religious community for women in America.

Elizabeth Ann Seton was kind, courteous, and patient. Daily, shesought to know and accept the will of God in her life. She spentmuch time reading Scripture and journaling. She died oftuberculosis in 1821.What this saint means to us todayElizabeth Ann Seton faced many losses in her life. The deaths ofmany family members and the loss of financial securitystrengthened her faith in God and her desire to do his will.Elizabeth Ann Seton is an example to us when we are faced withdifficult times and losses in our lives.

Elizabeth Ann Seton began the first Catholic parochial school inAmerica. Catholic parochial schools continue to educate children inAmerica today. There are six groups of religious women who cantrace their beginnings to Elizabeth Ann Seton's original order of theSisters of Charity in America.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - January 21st: Saint Agnes

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What she said“Christ has made my soul beautiful with the jewels of grace andvirtue.”What the world was likeIn the first century, Christians in Rome did not have their owncemeteries. By the middle of the second century Christians beganburying their dead in underground caverns, which became knownas the “catacombs.” This allowed them, during a time ofpersecution, to paint or carve symbols of their faith on the marbleslabs that sealed the tombs. These symbols represented an idea orspiritual reality that expressed their faith. Some of the most popularsymbols were the dove, a symbol of peace, the anchor, a symbol ofsalvation, and the fish, a symbol of Christ.Who she wasNot much is known about the life of Agnes. It is believed that herparents were members of the Roman nobility. Agnes was verybeautiful and, as a result, many young men wished to marry her.She refused them all, saying that she had promised her life toChrist. One of these men tried to win her heart by offering her giftsand promises of a wealthy life. When she turned him down, he wasso enraged that he reported to his father, the governor, that Agneswas a Christian. The governor tried to bribe Agnes with gifts inexchange for her giving up her faith, but his attempts failed. He hadher put in chains and condemned to death, but her face onlyshowed the joy she felt in staying true to her faith.Saint Agnes is often depicted in art holding a lamb, a symbol ofpurity. Her name also resembles the Latin word for lamb, which is“agnus.” Her name in Greek means “pure” or “sacred.”What this saint means to us

Over the centuries Saint Agnes has been revered as a young womanof great strength and courage. Although we know very little abouther life, she has been honored as a young girl who put her faithfirst.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity

Born: c. 291 Died: c. 304 Feast Day: January 21st

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8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - January 26th: Saint Timothy

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What was said about him“…I recall your sincere faith that first lived in your grandmotherLois and in your mother Eunice and that I am confident lives alsoin you.” (2 Timothy 1:5)What the world was likeSaint Timothy lived during the early days of Christianity. Christiancommunities gathered together in groups called “house churches”to worship and pray together and for fellowship. Entire householdswould belong to the same “house church.” A household includedeveryone attached to a particular house: parents, children,grandparents, other relatives, servants, slaves, and even businesspartners and craftsmen. They would meet in the largest house ofone of their members. The owner of this house would often beconsidered the leader of the community.Who he wasTimothy was born in Lystra, a city in what is now the country ofTurkey. His father was Greek and his mother, Eunice, was Jewish.It is believed that his grandmother, Lois, was a Christian. Bothwomen were later recognized for their great holiness and theirpositive influence on Timothy and his great faith.When Paul came to Lystra as part of his first missionary trip to theregion, Timothy was a young man of about twenty. He converted toChristianity and eventually joined Paul in his apostolic work. Overthe years the two became good friends. Together they traveledthrough what is now Greece, Turkey and Israel to spread the GoodNews of Jesus Christ. Timothy helped Paul in starting Christiancommunities in the ancient cities of Corinth, Thessalonica andPhilippi. He was with Paul when he was imprisoned in Rome and,at some point, was also imprisoned and then released.Paul had great respect for Timothy and thought of him as a son. Inletters he wrote to Timothy, Paul indicates that his young friendwas somewhat timid and was frequently ill. He encouragedTimothy to be strong and to take care of himself (1 Timothy 5:23).He also urged the communities to receive Timothy with warmthand hospitality. Timothy’s kind and unselfish nature provided greatcomfort for Paul during difficult times.Eventually Timothy went to Ephesus, where he was made bishopand lived for several years. When he tried to stop the worship ofpagan idols, he was stoned to death by angry townspeople. He ishonored by the Church as both a bishop and a martyr.What this saint means to us

Timothy was a loyal friend to Paul. He left his home to join Paul’swork of sharing the Gospel. They worked to build up andencourage the first Christian communities. Timothy reminds us of

Born: unknown Died: c. 72 Feast Day: January 26th

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powerful influence that community and friends can have on ourfaith. We are thankful for our true friends and strive to be a goodand faithful friend to others.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - January 31st: Saint John Bosco

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What he said"Do you want our Lord to give you many graces? Visit him often."What the world was likeJohn Bosco was born at the end of the War of 1812, which wasbetween the United States and Great Britain. During his lifetime,the Gold Rush took place in California, encouraging many settlersto travel to and settle in the American west. Abraham Lincoln waspresident and the American Civil War was fought. Alaska waspurchased from Russia. The first railroad linking eastern UnitedStates to California was completed. In other parts of the world,Ireland suffered the potato famine and the Suez Canal was opened.

The telephone, the light bulb, and the phonograph were all inventedduring John Bosco's lifetime. The first postage stamp wasintroduced. Anesthesia was used for the first time in an operation.The periodic table was discovered and the first construction of asteel-framed skyscraper was completed.Who he wasJohn Bosco was born in Italy in 1815. His father died when he wasonly two years old. He lived on a farm with his mother and twobrothers. Because John had to help take care of the sheep, he wasnot able to go to school full time. Although he had to work hard, hewas happy and had a great imagination. He learned how to juggleand do acrobatics from circus performers and would often entertainothers with his tricks. John Bosco would begin and end eachperformance with a prayer.Even as a young boy, John Bosco wanted to become a priest. Thisseemed impossible because he was very poor and he lackededucation. He was taught to read and write by a priest whorecognized John Bosco's intelligence. Through the help of hismother, some kind neighbors, and money he earned doing variousjobs, he was able to finish school and enter the seminary. As aseminarian, he spent his free time working with boys who wereneglected and orphaned. He taught them religion, entertained themwith his acrobatics, and told them stories that they couldunderstand. He did not believe in punishment; he treated all withkindness and respect. John Bosco believed that God lived withineach person he met and he treated each person with love.At the age of twenty-six, John Bosco became a priest. He wanted tocontinue his work with neglected boys. He started a boardingschool where these boys could live and learn the skills needed tomake a living. With the help of a friend, John Bosco also started ahome for poor neglected girls.

Born: August 15th, 1815 Died: January 31st, 1888 Feast Day: January 31st

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John Bosco founded an order of priests, the Society of St. Francisde Sales (Salesians), an order for women, the Daughters of Mary,Help of Christians, and an organization of lay people to help workwith and teach the boys and girls.What this saint means to us todayThe schools that John Bosco began are still in evidence today andhave spread all over the world. The Salesians continue to operatethese schools, carrying on John Bosco's philosophy of education.John Bosco believed in teaching the skills necessary to enableyoung people to get jobs. This is still a focus of his schools today.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - March 17th: Saint Patrick

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What he said"Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ withinme, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ at my right, Christat my left, Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit, Christ when Istand, Christ in the heart of everyone who thinks of me, Christ inthe mouth of everyone who speaks to me, Christ in every eye thatsees me, Christ in every ear that hears me."What the world was likeWhen Patrick was young, the people of Ireland did not know aboutJesus. Ireland was not ruled by one single king, but by severalCeltic chieftains. Each chieftain ruled a small piece of land but wasalways trying to get more land through force. Because of thisunrest, not many people came to Ireland from England.The Roman Empire ruled much of Europe. During Patrick's life,Saint Jerome, a monk, translated the Bible into Latin so that morepeople were able to read it. People traveled by foot, boat, or onhorses. Metal horseshoes were invented and used. The stirrup, afoothold for a horseman, was also invented during Patrick'slifetime. Who he wasPatrick was born in Scotland. When he was about fourteen yearsold, he was captured and brought to Ireland. As a slave, he wasforced to take care of sheep. Patrick prayed often during hiscaptivity. The people of Ireland at this time were not Christian.Patrick learned about their beliefs and practices.When Patrick was twenty years old, he escaped from slavery andreturned home. He never forgot the people of Ireland and wanted toreturn to teach them about Christianity. Patrick began studying forthe priesthood and was eventually ordained a bishop. He was thensent by the Pope to Ireland as a missionary.Patrick became friends with several community leaders in Ireland.Because the people trusted him, many converted to Christianity.Patrick built over three hundred churches throughout Ireland andbaptized thousands of people.Patrick invited other priests and church leaders to join him inIreland. He remained in Ireland for forty years, preaching, writing,and ministering to the people of Ireland. What this saint means to us todayPatrick is a very popular saint. On March 17, people all over theworld celebrate his feast day with parades, parties, and the wearingof green.

Born: 387 Died: March 17th, 461 Feast Day: March 17th

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There are many legends about Saint Patrick. One such legend has itthat he used a shamrock, a plant growing in Ireland, to explain theBlessed Trinity. Just as there are three separate leaves on one plant,there are three distinct Persons in one God: the Father, the Son, andthe Holy Spirit. Because of this, the shamrock is the traditionalsymbol of Ireland.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - March 19th: Saint Joseph

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What he saidSaint Bernadine of Siena said of Joseph, "God called Joseph home,saying, 'Good and faithful servant, enter into the joy of your Lord.'"What the world was likeDuring the time of Joseph, people worked hard to earn money forfood. Many people were shepherds, farmers, potters, fishemen, orcraftsmen. Sons usually worked with their fathers in their fathers'jobs.

Women were very busy. They had to care for the children, tend tothe garden, bake and cook, and wash clothes. There was no runningwater or machines to help them. They drew water from a well,traveled to the market to buy things they needed.

Most people believed that they honored God through their work.Who he wasJoseph was the husband of Mary and the foster father of Jesus.Joseph worked as a carpenter in the town of Nazareth. He was notwealthy even though Joseph's ancestor was King David, thegreatest king of Israel.

Joseph was a man of great compassion. He was also a man of faith.Joseph strived to do the will of God, no matter what God asked ofhim. In a dream, an angel told Joseph the truth about Mary and thechild she was carrying. Without questioning the angel, Josephmarried Mary. The angel returned after Jesus had been born towarn him that he and his family were in danger. Again Joseph didnot question what the angel told him, but took Mary and Jesus to anew country. He stayed with his family in Egypt until the angel lethim know it was all right to return to Nazareth. Each year, Josephtook Mary and Jesus to celebrate Passover in Jerusalem. This wasdifficult for Joseph because of his work.

Joseph loved Jesus very much. He did his best to make sure thatJesus was safe and well cared for. Joseph was very worried whenone day Jesus stayed behind in the temple and could not be found.

There is no mention of Joseph during Jesus' three years of publicministry. There is also no mention of Joseph during Jesus'suffering, death, and Resurrection. It is believed that Joseph diedbefore Jesus began his public ministry.What this saint means to us

Born: Unknown Died: Unknown Feast Day: March 19th

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Joseph obeyed God throughout his whole life, even when he didnot understand what was being asked of him. He remained strongin faith, believing that God would protect him; Joseph, in turn,protected and cared for Mary and Jesus.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - November 3rd: Saint Martin de Porres

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What he saidMartin disobeyed his religious superior who had given instructionsthat no more sick should be taken into the priory due to the fear ofcontagion. Martin replied, "Forgive my error . . . for I did not knowthat the precept of obedience took precedence over that of charity."What the world was likeMartin was born in the city of Lima, Peru. Lima was a relativelynew city. Francisco Pizarro, a conquistador, had founded it in 1535.During the time of Saint Martin, Lima was the main source of thewealth of the country of Spain. Lima was a rich source of gold andsilver deposits. All the wealth that went to other Spanish coloniesin South America passed through Peru, and Spanish control wasstrong. However, this wealth came at a human price. Slavery waslegal, and, while there were uprisings of the exploited nativesagainst the colonial power of Spain, they were quickly and easilysuppressed by the Spanish authorities who had taken over Peru.Who he wasSaint Martin de Porres was the son of a Spanish nobleman and afreed black slave. When Martin's father was appointed governor ofPanama in 1567, he arranged for Martin, at the age of twelve, to beapprenticed to a barber. At that time, barbers did more than cut hair.They were the medical professionals of the day, and Martin learnedto care for wounds and fractures. He also learned to prescribemedicine, an education he had begun with his mother, who waswell known as a practitioner of herbal medications.

At sixteen, Martin was accepted by the Dominican order as donado-- not a full member, but someone who receives food and lodgingin exchange for manual labor. When he was twenty-four, he madeprofession (commitment) as a lay brother.

Martin's gifts were many. In his Dominican community, he wasbarber, surgeon, wardrobe-keeper, and infirmarian with greatpowers of healing. His foremost spiritual gift was that "he clung toGod in his soul." This was the source of his extraordinary charity.Martin's concern also extended to the sick and the needy of the cityof Lima. He established an orphanage and foundling hospital. Hedistributed the monastery's alms of food to the poor. He cared forthe slaves that had been brought from Africa to Peru. His loveextended to animals as well, and he became known as the SaintFrancis of the Americas. At his sister's house, he began a shelter forLima's stray cats and dogs. He is often pictured with a dog, a cat, abird, and mice at his feet.

Born: December 9th, 1579 Died: November 3rd, 1639 Feast Day: November 3rd

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He became friends with people of all walks of life, including SaintRose of Lima and Saint John Macías. At his death he was carried tohis grave by bishops and noblemen, and mourned by rich and pooralike. Now the Church honors Martin as the patron of social justiceand race relations.What this saint means to us todaySaint Martin de Porres's life illustrates to perfection this versewhich the Prophet Samuel speaks when choosing the shepherd boyDavid as the future king of Israel: "Man sees the appearance but theLORD looks into the heart" (1 Samuel 16:7).

As we look at the life of Saint Martin de Porres we remember hispoverty, his humility, his gifts of healing, his care and concern, andhis friendship with all, including the least of God's creatures. Weremember Saint Martin de Porres for his great heart and his greatlove.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - November 13th: Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini

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What she said"It is he [Jesus] who is doing everything, not us."What the world was likeIn the 1870s and 1880s, Italy was suffering a deep economicdepression. Desperate families emigrated to the United States tomake a new start in life. They had a difficult time in their newcountry. They did not speak English. They were oftendiscriminated against because they were Catholics in a mostlyProtestant country. They were crowded together in big-citytenements. If they could find work, they were easily cheated andoverworked by factory owners. They were living in dire poverty.Who she wasFrancesca Cabrini had always wanted to be a missionary, but hersights had always been set on China and the Far East. She studiedwith the Daughters of the Sacred Heart and became a primaryschool teacher. Her desire for religious life led her to requestentrance to two different communities, but both refused her due toher poor health.Her pastor then suggested her to become the director of anorphanage for girls called the House of Providence. She did herbest as the director, but the orphanage closed a few years later dueto circumstances beyond her control. Francesca had not given upon her dream of becoming a missionary. She began to make plansfor her own missionary community, which she called theMissionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart. It was a revolutionary idea.Up until that time, Catholic missionaries had always been men.After some resistance, she was allowed to found this newcommunity of missionary women, and in 1880 her Rule of Lifewas approved.She began in Italy and then, in 1887, went to Rome to explore thepossibilities of mission work abroad. In an audience with Pope LeoXIII, she explained her desire to do mission work in the Far East.After listening carefully, and weighing what he already knew aboutthe terrible conditions of Italian immigrants in the United States,the Pope gave his decision. He asked her to minister to the Italianswho had emigrated to the United States and were living in "LittleItaly," an Italian immigrant neighborhood in New York City.Mother Cabrini accepted the challenge. With six of her sisters, shebecame an immigrant to the United States herself, and later acitizen.The Archbishop of New York had asked for Italian priests tominister to the new immigrants. When the Missionary Sisters of theSacred Heart arrived, he did not welcome them. There was nohouse ready for them and no one to meet them or to help them

Born: 1850 Died: December 22nd, 1917 Feast Day: November 13th

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adjust to the chaos of New York City. Instead, Archbishop Corrigantold them to take the same ship back again to Italy! However,Mother Cabrini was not to be dissuaded. "I have letters from thePope," she said. She found accommodations among the immigrantsin Little Italy, begged door-to-door for money to help her start hermission, and began teaching the children, visiting the sick, andfeeding the hungry. Other religious women helped them, and soonthe shopkeepers in Little Italy were saving food for them to eat andto distribute to those in need.Mother Cabrini's work in New York was only the beginning. Sheand her sisters soon spread out over the entire country -- whereverItalian immigrants could be found. She went to Cincinnati,Pittsburg, Buffalo, Chicago, Saint Louis, Denver, San Francisco,Seattle, and New Orleans. She even started a prison ministry,visiting prisoners on death row and caring for their relatives. Sheexpanded her work to Central America and Argentina as well. Shetraveled often to Italy to oversee her houses there, where the Sisterswere trained for their missionary work. On December 22, 1917, inone of her own hospitals in Chicago, she died. Working until theend, she had been wrapping little packages of candy to be given toparochial school children as Christmas treats.

What this saint means to us todayAs a founder of schools, orphanages, child-care centers, andhospitals, Mother Cabrini influenced the lives of countless Italian-Americans. Through her active and courageous witness to God'slove for the poor, she strengthened the Church in America and wonthe loyalty and gratitude of generations of Italian Catholics.We often hear the phrase, "Take care of your own." Sometimes wecan interpret this in a selfish way, as if it means, "Take care of yourown and be indifferent to anyone else." But Mother Cabrini showsus that taking care of our own is part of God's plan for taking careof others, too. Mother Cabrini was very clear that her mission wasto Italian immigrants. She knew them, she knew their language, sheknew what they needed. They were "her own," and she was goingto take care of them no matter what anybody else said. This strongsense of mission gave her courage and strength as she spent herself,day after day, in service to those in need.In "taking care of her own" Mother Cabrini became the firstnaturalized citizen of the United States to be declared a saint. Shebecame the patron of immigrants -- of all nationalities. She neverlost sight of her dreams, and her life is a reminder that, whensomething ends, it may simply mean that something else isbeginning.




8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - November 22nd: Saint Cecilia

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What she said“Make my heart immaculate that I might not be put to shame.”What the world was likeDuring the time of the Roman Empire, members of the upper classwere called patricians. They held positions of power in thegovernment, and set many of the rules for life in Roman society.Women from patrician families could not vote or hold politicaloffice. Many decisions in their life were made for them, mostimportantly who they would marry. They lived under the authorityof their fathers until they married, and then under their husbands’authority. They did, however, have a certain amount of influencebecause of their family’s wealth and noble position. A patricianwoman was expected to take charge of the household and supporther husband’s career. Who she wasCecilia is believed to have lived in Rome during the third century.Her parents were wealthy patricians who promised her in marriageto a young man named Valerian. Cecilia was a devote Christian, butValerian was not a believer. Although Cecilia did not want tomarry, she obeyed her parents. It is said that, during her weddingceremony, Cecilia sang silently to God and prayed for his help andguidance. After the wedding, she explained to Valerian that she wasa Christian. He was confused and angry at first, but her strong faithhad a deep impact on him as well as on his brother, Tiburtius. Bothmen began to study the Christian faith. They were baptized andjoined Cecilia in her works of charity.Cecilia lived during a time of persecution in the early Church.Valerian and Tiburtius were arrested and executed because theywould not deny their faith. After burying her husband and herbrother-in, Cecilia continued to practice her faith openly. She wassoon arrested and sentenced to death. She asked that her belongingsbe given to the poor and that her home be turned into a church afterher death. While dying she is said to have sung songs of praise toGod.What this saint means to us

The story of Saint Cecilia has been passed along for centuries as atestimony to her courage and dedication to her faith. She is thepatron of music because of the way she sang during times of greattrial and suffering during her life. Music expressed her great lovefor Christ, and her joyful belief that God would watch over her.When we participate in music or any of the arts, we can praise Godtoo!Intermediate Activity Primary Activity

Born: unknown Died: unknown Feast Day: November 22nd

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8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - October 4th: Saint Francis of Assisi

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What he saidMost high, glorious God,

enlighten the darkness of my heart and give me, Lord,

a correct faith, a certain hope, a perfect charity, sense and knowledge,

so that I may carry out Your holy and true command.

What the world was likeSt. Francis lived in the age of castles and knights, crusades andempires. He was inspired by stories and songs about romance andadventure. Traveling performers called troubadours would sing orrecite these stories in marketplaces or the homes of the rich. Theseperformances were the best way to hear and pass on the stories.Books were rare because they had to be copied by hand. Manypeople did not even know how to read!Most people lived under the protection of a lord, who lived in agreat castle nearby. It was unusual for someone to move away fromthe town where they were born. During this time however, theChristian lords of Europe were raising armies to fight in theCrusades. Their aim was to reconquer the Holy Land from non-Christian forces. As a result of these wars, people in Europe wereexposed to Asian cultures and customs. Crusaders brought backsilks and spices -- both of which were new to Europe. They alsolearned new forms of art and medical practices.

Who he wasSt. Francis was the son of a wealthy cloth merchant PietroBernadone and his wife, Pica. He grew up in the town of Assisi inthe hills of Italy. Francis loved life and had lots of friends. Hisfather and mother were proud to have a son who was liked byeveryone. They made sure that he had everything he wanted.Yet for Francis, this was not enough. He wanted to give his life to anoble cause. When he was 20 years old, he decided to join thearmy. That did not satisfy him either, so he turned in a verydifferent direction. He started to get involved in works of charity.He visited hospitals, took care of those who had no one to care forthem, and gave money and clothing to beggars. One day he waspraying in the rundown church of San Damiano when he heard avoice challenging him to rebuild the Church. At first, Francisthought the voice was referring to the actual building of SanDamiano, which badly needed repairs. He took cloth from hisfather's storehouse and sold it to buy building materials. His fatherwas embarrassed by the dramatic change in Francis and demandedthat he give the money back. Pietro Bernadone appealed to the

Born: About 1181 Died: October 3rd, 1226 Feast Day: October 4th

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bishop to talk sense into his son. The bishop kindly explained toFrancis that he could not serve God by taking what did not belongto him. Francis realized that the best gift he could give to God wasnot any possession, but the gift of his life.Francis dressed in old clothes and traveled through the countrysidedoing manual labor and helping the poor. He refused to ownanything so that he would be reminded of God's love and care foreverything he has created. Francis had a deep respect for nature andanimals. He composed a hymn in praise of creation. Many of thefriends who had shared his previous extravagant lifestyle were nowattracted to Francis' enthusiasm for a simple way of life. Some ofthem sold all of their belongings and came to live with Francis. Ayoung woman named Clare asked Francis to help her start acommunity of women who wanted to live the dramatic poverty ofFrancis and his brothers.Near the end of his life, Francis became very ill and sufferedgreatly. However, he did not complain, nor did he want the brothersto treat him differently because he was sick. He welcomedsuffering as a way to draw close to Christ.He died surrounded by his brothers, who sang the famous canticlethat he had written in praise of all creation.What he means for usFrancis learned that serving God does not necessarily mean doinggreat deeds. We can serve God by being thankful for the goodthings he has given to us. Like Francis, we should look for ways touse our talents in the service of God and one another. Francisrealized that the best gift we can give to God is the gift ofourselves.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - October 11th: Saint John XXIII, Pope

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What he said"See everything, overlook a great deal, correct a little."What the world was likeThe world during the lifetime of Pope John XXIII was full ofchange and war. He lived during World War I and World War II.After World War II, the nations of the world, led by the UnitedStates and the Soviet Union, began an "arms race," stockpilingnuclear weapons. The struggle became known as the "Cold War."During this time, Pope John XXIII was elected and continuallycalled for peace. When Soviet missiles were found in Cuba, acountry very near to the United States, he broadcast a message onVatican Radio to the rulers of the world. He said, "We beg all rulersnot to be deaf to the cry of humanity." This message encouragedNikita Krushchev, the leader of the Soviet Union, to back down.Pope John's last encyclical, Pacem in Terris (Peace on Earth), isconsidered his "last will and testament" to the world.Who he wasAngelo Guiseppe Roncalli was born on November 25, 1881, in asmall farming community in northern Italy. He was the fourth offourteen children. The family farmed as sharecroppers. Angelohelped his brothers to work in the fields until he entered theseminary in 1892. He began to write spiritual notes at that time thatwere later collected into a book called Journal of a Soul. Angelowas ordained a priest in Rome in 1904. In 1905 he was appointedsecretary to Bishop Tedeschi of Bergamo. Bishop Tedeschi wasvery involved in the lives of the people. He supported programsthat gave dignity and worth to the lives of workers and the poor.Father Roncalli helped him as much as he could. When the bishopdied in 1914, Father Roncalli continued to minister in various waysand also taught in the local seminary.During World War I he served as a sergeant in the medical corpsand as a chaplain to wounded soldiers. After the war, he wasconcerned about the spiritual needs of young people and opened a"Student House" where they could gather for meetings anddiscussions.In 1925 he was named a bishop, and chose as his mottoOboedientia et Pax (Obedience and Peace). As bishop, he served inthe Middle East, in Bulgaria, Turkey, and Greece. The Middle Eastwas the crossroads of the world. There he met people of manyfaiths and cultures. Unity among people of different religions andwithin Christianity itself later became one of his goals as pope.When World War II began, Bishop Roncalli helped Jewish peopleescape from the Nazis in Germany to other countries under the

Born: November 25th, 1881 Died: June 3rd, 1963 Feast Day: October 11th

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protection of "transit visas" from his office. In 1953, he was madeCardinal and Patriarch of Venice.Cardinal Roncalli was elected Pope on October 28, 1958. Hispontificate lasted less than five years, but in that time "Good PopeJohn" presented to the world "an authentic image of the GoodShepherd." He was the first Pope to leave the Vatican since 1870.He visited prisoners in Rome's city jail. He also visited orphanages,schools, and churches. He was open to all people. He once said, "Itoften happens that I wake up at night and begin to think about aserious problem and decide I must tell the Pope about it. Then Iwake up completely and remember that I am the Pope."His most memorable act was calling of the Second VaticanCouncil, with the goal of renewing the Church. Pope John XXIIIopened the Council on October 11, 1962. He had already beendiagnosed with stomach cancer, and said to a friend: "At least Ihave launched this big ship -- others will have to bring it into port."Pope John XXIII died on June 3, 1963. On April 27, 2014 PopeFrancis canonized Pope John XXIII as a saint of the Church. SaintJohn XXIII's lasting work as Pope -- the convening of the SecondVatican Council -- is reflected in the date of his feast day. Usually asaint's feast day is set on or near the date of death, but Saint JohnXXIII's feast day is the date, October 11, on which he launched the"big ship" of Vatican Council II.

What this holy person means to ustodaySaint John XXIII was open-hearted, loving, generous, funny,caring, yet also seriously concerned about the future of the Church.Because he was concerned for the future, he was empowered to actin the present -- no matter what people thought. Saint John XXIIIteaches us that we are never too old for right action, and that it isnever too late for peace.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - October 15th: Saint Teresa of Avila

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What she said"We need no wings to go in search of Him, but have only to lookupon Him present within us."What the world was likeThe 1500s were years of exploration. Columbus, under the flag ofSpain, had sailed across the sea in 1492 and had come back withnews of a New World. This set off a flurry of similar ventures, andthe countries of Europe rivaled one another in their efforts to findand claim new territory. These newly discovered lands were full ofnatural resources such as gold, silver, copper, tin, tea, coffee,chocolate, and spices. These resources made the explorers, andtheir nations, wealthy. During Teresa's lifetime, trade routes weredeveloped from Europe to the Americas, India, China, and Japan.Gradually, colonization developed, and the fairly small countries ofSpain, Portugal, and England became empires.Who she wasTeresa was born Teresa de Cepeda y Ahumada near Avila, Spain.Teresa was the third of nine children. Her childhood was happy andordinary. She loved reading "romances" -- stories about knights inshining armor rescuing young maidens. She enjoyed dressing up,using perfume, and wearing jewelry with her cousins.

When Teresa was thirteen, her mother died. Her father decided thatTeresa would be sent to be educated at the Augustinian convent. Atthat time, there were only two life-choices for women: marriage orreligious life. Teresa chose religious life, but her father refused togive permission to become a nun. When she secretly left home tojoin the local Carmelite Convent of the Incarnation, her fatherfinally gave his permission.This Carmelite Convent of the Incarnation community was a largeone with 140 nuns. The nuns prayed together and privately eachday, but the community was very busy. Each nun had a set ofrooms (a bedroom, a small kitchen, and a guest room). Their guestscould come and go freely, and nuns could leave the convent at anytime for long visits to friends or relatives. The nuns were alsoallowed to have personal maids!Teresa made her solemn profession as a Carmelite nun, and for thenext twenty years she lived at the convent. But in the busy convent,she found meditation and prayer difficult. Her attitude toward herown life and toward God changed in 1555, when she was prayingbefore a statue of the wounded Christ. She began to meditate uponChrist's sufferings. At thirty-nine years of age, Teresa discoveredthe price Christ paid for love, and began to want to return that loveas best she could.

Born: March 28th, 1515 Died: 10/15/1582 Feast Day: October 15th

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She began to realize that the environment of the convent of theIncarnation kept her from a serious life of prayer. It was too big toshare a common purpose; it was too open to worldly concerns; andit was too interested in maintaining a comfortable life-style. Shebegan to dream of a small, poor, and fervent Carmelite monasterywhere the nuns could support one another in their common love ofGod. The Carmelite reform began. With four companions whoshared her views, Teresa founded the Carmel of San José (SaintJoseph), and the Order of Discalced Carmelites was on its way. Theword discalced means "shoeless."Teresa founded sixteen monasteries of women. To do this, shetraveled long journeys by donkey through every kind of terrain andweather. She became known to the people of Spain as "the rovingnun." Teresa had always enjoyed people, and many came to her orwrote to her for her advice. On feast days, she played thetambourine so that the nuns could sing and dance. Teresa wroteseveral books. Her teachings were based on her own livedexperience, and were rooted in the Scriptures, especially theGospels. In 1970, she was declared a Doctor of the Church.She was gifted with a constant awareness of God's presence. Yetwith these favors also came trials. The unreformed Carmelite friarsresented Teresa's reforms and tried to stop her. At the same time,the Church was suspicious of private prayer, and Teresa's writingscame under scrutiny by the Inquisition (which was a Church-appointed body designated to root out error). Yet, she continued herwork for God with patience and fortitude, and at her death said,"Finally, Lord, I am a daughter of the Church."

What this saint means to us todayEach of us is an explorer, continually meeting new situations, dayby day. Saint Teresa was that and more -- an explorer of the spirit.She ventured into the spiritual wilderness of her own heart withouta map, and found so many riches that she was asked to write outthat map for others. We admire her today for her teachings and hercourage. We also admire her for her inner explorations -- not foradventure or wealth, but for God. We admire her for her ability tochange, to dream of new ventures for God, and to inspire others tojoin her. We admire her for her perseverance in prayer, work,travel, and daily life. In these ways we also can follow her map.Like Saint Teresa of Avila, in our prayer, work, travel, andeveryday lives, we can explore within and find our way to God.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - October 22nd: Saint John Paul II, Pope

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What he said"As the family goes, so goes the nation and so goes the wholeworld in which we live."

What the world was likeJohn Paul II was born just after the end of World War I. Eventhough peace treaties were signed, the suffering caused by this warcontinued in countries around the world. During his youth, WorldWar II began and Germany's Nazi army invaded Poland. In 1929Charles Lindbergh became the first person to fly a plane across theAtlantic Ocean on his own. Humans landed on the moon 40 yearslater. The first movies with sound were made in the late 1920's.During his lifetime, television, mobile phones, and personalcomputers were all invented.

Who he wasKarol Wojtyla was born in Wadowice, Poland. He was a goodstudent and athlete, and developed his talent as an actor. His motherdied when he was nine, and his only brother died four years later.These sorrows brought him even closer to his father, whose deepfaith inspired him. When Karol decided to become a priest, he hadto study in secret because his country was under the rule ofGermany’s Nazi government. At the age of 38, he was the youngestman to be appointed bishop in Poland's history.In 1978, he was elected pope and took the name of John Paul II.His early experiences in Poland during wartime made him a strongsupporter of human rights and social justice. He played animportant role in helping to end the long rule of Soviet communismin Russia and in Eastern Europe, including his native country ofPoland. Pope John Paul II called for solidarity among all people ofthe world. He traveled more than any pope in history, and visited129 countries. In addition to his native Polish, he was fluent inmany languages: Italian, French, German, English, Spanish,Portuguese, Ancient Greek, and Latin. Everywhere he went, hepreached the mission of peace and reconciliation, and theimportance of spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ throughoutthe world.As pope, he established World Youth Day as a way to strengthenthe faith of young people. He traveled to cities hosting thesecelebrations and spoke to young people about the love and joy offollowing Jesus.In 1981, John Paul II was shot by a Turkish gunman while greetingpilgrims in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican. He recovered and latervisited the shooter in prison, forgiving him for the act of violencethat nearly took his life. John Paul II died in 2005 after serving aspope for 26 years, one of the longest reigns in history. On April 27,

Born: May 18th, 1920 Died: April 2nd, 2005 Feast Day: October 22nd

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8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - October 22nd: Saint John Paul II, Pope

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2014 Pope Francis canonized Pope John Paul II as a saint of theChurch.What this saint means to usHe inspired people throughout the world with his deep faith, andhis passion for social justice. He helped to bring the Church intothe modern world. He reached out to those in deepest need. Hereminds us of what it means to love Christ through a deepcommitment to our faith and to taking care of those who are pooror oppressed.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - September 5th: Saint Teresa of Calcutta

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What she said "Yesterday is gone. Tomorrow has not yet come. We have onlytoday. Let us begin."

What the world was like Saint Teresa of Calcutta was born in a city called Skopje, located inMacedonia, in the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe. At thetime of Mother Teresa's birth, Macedonia was part of the OttomanEmpire. When she was a child, this area was torn by the BalkanWars. In 1918, after the First World War, Macedonia became partof a new nation called the Kingdom of the Serbs, Croats, andSlovenes. In 1929 that nation changed its name to Yugoslavia. In1991, after World War II and the rise and fall of Communism inEastern Europe, the Republic of Macedonia declared itsindependence from Yugoslavia, and Skopje became its capital.

Mother Teresa arrived in India in 1929. India was part of theBritish Empire and was ruled by England. In 1947, India gained itsindependence thanks to the work of Mohandas Gandhi and others.India was then divided into two nations, India and Pakistan. In1971 East Pakistan became the independent nation of Bangladesh.Today the nation of India is the world's largest liberal democracy.

Who she was Teresa was the daughter of Nikola and Dronda Bojaxhiu. Herparents named her Gonxha, or Agnes. Teresa was the youngestchild in a loving Catholic family. She had an older sister namedAga and a brother named Lazar. Agnes's father died suddenly whenAgnes was just seven years old. Her mother had to raise herchildren alone. When Agnes was twelve she realized God wascalling her to become a missionary. She read all the stories shecould find about the work of Catholic missionaries around theworld. And she studied geography to learn about the lands wheremissionaries worked.

When Agnes was eighteen years old, she joined the Sisters ofLoreto. The Sisters of Loreto are a community of Irish sisters whodid missionary work in India. She traveled first to Ireland, whereshe began her studies. Then she was sent to India in 1929. Thereshe took her first vows as a sister. She chose Teresa as her religiousname in honor of Saint Teresa of Ávila and Saint Thérèse of

Born: August 27th, 1910 Died: September 5th, 1997 Feast Day: September 5th

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From the time she first arrived in India until 1948, Mother Teresa,as she was now called, was a teacher. She taught at Saint Mary'sHigh School in Calcutta. Many of the students at the school weregirls from wealthy families. But the city of Calcutta was very large,and many people who lived there were very poor. Day after day,Mother Teresa saw the difficult lives of Calcutta's poor people. Shewanted to help these poor people to live better lives.

In 1948 Pope Pius XII and Teresa's order allowed her to leave SaintMary's and devote her life to caring for the homeless people on thestreets of Calcutta. Teresa studied nursing so that she would be ableto help the sick. She opened a school for Calcutta's poorestchildren. She stopped wearing the religious habit of the Sisters ofLoreto. Instead she wore the clothes of a poor Indian woman: aplain cotton sari and sandals.

As word of Mother Teresa's new mission spread, volunteers --young women from India and around the world -- arrived to helpher in her work. Then, in 1950, the Church gave Mother Teresapermission to start a new order of religious sisters, the Missionariesof Charity. Their mission is to love and serve the poor, especiallythose who have no one else to care for them.

During her long life among the poor, Mother Teresa received manyhonors. One of these was the Nobel Peace Prize, which shereceived in 1979. When she died, her adopted country of India gaveher a state funeral. The ceremonies were broadcast on televisionaround the world. In 2003, only six years after her death, MotherTeresa was declared Blessed by Pope John Paul II. Mother Teresa

was canonized a saint by Pope Francis on September 4th, 2016.

What this saint means to us Today the Missionaries of Charity serve the poorest of the poor incountries around the world, from the streets of India to the streetsof New York. And, as Saint Teresa reminded us, with yesterdaygone and tomorrow not yet here, we have only today to reach outand help those who need it most. So let us begin.


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8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - September 20th: Saint Andrew Kim Taegon

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What he said "Whatever happens, behave in such a way that God will be

glorified. . .Be steadfast, and let us meet in Heaven."What the world was like

At this time, many countries of Europe were trying to claim theresources of Asia. Asian rulers were suspicious of any ideas oradvances brought from Europe. Since the Catholic faith wasoriginally taught in Asia by European missionaries, it fell undersuspicion as well. The Church’s teaching on the dignity of allhuman beings was viewed as a threat to the power of Asian rulers.The Catholic faith was brought to the country by Korean laypeople. In China they learned about the teachings of Jesus Christand were inspired by them. They began to practice the faith inKorea on their own. One man from this group was sent back toChina to be baptized and to ask priests to come to Korea. Theyneeded priests to celebrate the sacraments. When thesemissionaries arrived, they found that a strong and knowledgeablecommunity of lay people already existed. This communityremained faithful and even grew despite persecution that lastedalmost 100 years!Who he was

When Andrew Kim Taegŏn was born, it was against the law inKorea to practice the Catholic faith. Catholics had to go to Massand learn about Jesus Christ secretly. Missionary priests fromFrance traveled through the country in disguise. When Andrew was15 years old, he escaped from Korea. He wanted to study tobecome a priest, but there were no seminaries in Korea. He enteredthe seminary in Macaw, a nearby country. While he was awaystudying, persecution of Catholics grew stronger in Korea.Andrew’s father was one of the Catholics who was martyred.On August 17, 1845, Andrew was the first native-born Korean tobe ordained a priest. In Korea, Andrew began the dangerous workof ministering to the brave community. He spent much of hisenergy making it possible for other priests and catechists to enterKorea as well. In June of the next year, Andrew was arrested and spent the nextthree months in prison. The prison was very dirty andovercrowded, and the prisoners were mistreated. While in prison,Andrew wrote letters to his fellow Christians encouraging them toremain true to the faith in spite of the trials and danger facing them.On September 16, 1846, he was beheaded near Seoul, Korea. Hewas 26 years old.Andrew Kim Taegŏn was canonized along with 102 Catholics. Thisgroup included Korean and French priests and many lay people.

Born: August 21st, 1821 Died: September 16th, 1846 Feast Day: September 20th

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What this saint means to us Andrew Kim Taegŏn knew how important it was for Christians to

support and encourage one another in their faith. During hisministry as a priest, he lived in constant danger. He showed hisconcern for others, however, by writing letters to encourage themand assure them of his prayers.We are also part of a community of faith. Like Andrew KimTaegŏn, we need to offer help to one another in living our faith.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



8/21/2017 Sadlier Connect™ - September 27th: Saint Vincent de Paul

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What he said"Do not be content to say: I am a Christian! But live in such a waythat it may be said of you: we have seen a man who loves God withall his heart and keeps his commandments."What the world was likeVincent de Paul lived during a turbulent time in Europe. During hislife, France fought the Thirty Years War with other great powers inEurope. Entire regions of Europe were devastated by the war,which were caused in part by the religious divisions betweenCatholics and Protestants.Galileo, Sir Isaac Newton, and Blaise Pascal were all famousscientists who lived during this time. The first calculator, telescope,and submarine were invented.The first English settlement in America was established atJamestown, and the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock. Thesesettlements flourished with the help of Native Americans. Who he wasSaint Vincent de Paul was born in the countryside of France. Hishard-working parents made many sacrifices so that he could go toschool. He decided to become a priest, but not because he wantedto serve the Church entirely. He admitted later in his life that hehad been embarrassed by his humble background, and wanted toearn a position of respect and authority. As a priest, Vincent servedthe royal family of France and later became the private chaplainand tutor in the powerful Gondi family.This family owned a lot of land, and many poor tenant farmerslived on the land of their estates. Part of Vincent's responsibilieswas to minister to the spiritual needs of these people. The more heserved them, the more his attitude towards the poor changed. Herealized that many people who called themselves Christian,including himself, neglected the needs of others. He decided toleave his comfortable position with the Gondi family so that hecould work more closely with those in need: the poor, sick,abandoned, and uneducated.One of the characteristics of his work was his willingness torespond to any cause. He raised aid for war-torn regions of France,served in prisons, started schools, and cared for orphans. Vincent'sexample inspired many others to come and join in his work. Heorganized a congregation of priests who took as their mission theeducation of the poor and evangelization in foreign countries. Healso helped people to start local charitable societies.Through his work, Vincent met a widow named Louise deMarillac. She and some of her friends wanted to devote their lives

Born: 1581 Died: September 27th, 1660 Feast Day: September 27th

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to serving the poor, sick, and others in need. With the help ofVincent, they formed the Daughters of Charity. They were uniqueat the time because they worked actively among the poor, whilemost other religious communities spent their days secluded inprayer and meditation. Louise also became a saint!Vincent was very honest about his own faults. He told people thatas a young man he had been very proud, and that he had a badtemper! At the end of his life, people only knew him as a kind andhumble man, who treated everyone, from the Queen of France tothe poorest person, with great respect and love.

What he means for usSaint Vincent de Paul recognized that his faith in Christ needed tobe an active faith in service of his neighbor. Through his exampleof charitable work, we can learn to be more aware of the needs ofothers.Intermediate Activity Primary Activity



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If you were going to interview your favorite saint (someone you have read about or have known), what do you think that person would say in answer to the following: What made you strong in faith?

LISTEN TO GOD’S WORD“There is no Holy One like the LORD; there is no Rock like our God.” (1 Samuel 2:2)

A ROCK CONTEMPLATION As a future saint, take a rock and hold it. Touch it; feel it; weigh it in the palm of your hand.

Do you ever think of God as your “rock”? Many of the saints did. Imagine some things about the rock or stone you are holding that might “speak” to you of God. Maybe some of those things are its strength, its solidity, or the fact that it lasts. Continue to examine the rock as you reflect on these qualities

LISTEN TO GOD’S WORD Jesus said, “Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock. The rain fell, the floods came, and the winds blew and buffeted the house. But it did not collapse; it had been set solidly on rock.” (Matthew 7:24–25)

BUILT ON A ROCK Saints are people who build their faith on a firm foundation. That foundation is Jesus Christ. They know he will not let them down. They rely on him as their strength and their protection.

Do you feel that way about Jesus? Maybe you would like to paint a word or a symbol on your rock to remind you to build your life, as the saints did, on Christ. Keep the rock in a place where you will see it often.

MY PRAYER GOES ON Saints of God, pray for me.

Built on a Rock:All Saints Prayer Service

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A few weeks before the prayer service, ask students to bring in a picture of a family member who has died. Mark the students’ first and last name and teacher on the back so the photo can be returned after the prayer service. Appoint five readers for the prayer service and supply them with readings and prayers in advance.

Begin the service with a song of your choice.

OPENING PRAYERALL: In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

LEADER: Lord, we thank you for gathering us here today on this feast of All Souls’ Day. We ask you to be with us as we remember all of those who have died, especially those in our own families. Amen.

READINGREADER 1: Jesus said, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You have faith in God; have faith also in me. In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places. If there were not, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back again and take you to myself, so that where I am you also may be. Where (I) am going you know the way.” (John 14:1) The Gospel of the Lord.

ALL: Praise to You Lord Jesus Christ.

Optional: Leader or a priest may make remarks at this time.

PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFULREADER 2: For all of us gathered here, that we may live our lives close to God and meet him in Heaven. For this we pray,

ALL: Lord, hear our prayer.

READER 3: For the deceased, especially those members of our family and parish community, that they may enjoy paradise in Heaven with Jesus. For this we pray,


READER 4: For those grieving the loss of a family member, that they may feel God’s love and comfort at this difficult time. For this we pray,


READER 5: For those who care for the dying, especially nurses, doctors, family members, and hospice workers, that God may work through them to touch others. For this we pray,


PROCESSION WITH PICTURESDuring this time, invite students to process forward quietly and place the picture of their loved one in the basket on the altar. Remind them to say a quiet prayer in their heart for the person who has died. Students should then return to their seats. After all students have processed forward, you may end with a closing song of your choice or dismiss students from here.

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AMERICAN SAINTS: Identifying Our Gifts &

Striving for HolinessAim To help students understand the universal call to holiness, what holiness is, and identify examples through the saints

Introduction Spend a few minutes introducing the topic. Asks students what it means to be “holy.” Have students discuss within a small group, then share ideas with the class. Explain that the universal call to holiness is about striving to become the best version of ourselves. To be holy is to be who God created you to be.

Show a picture of a saint and ask students to identify who it is. If they can’t identify based on the picture give them clues based on the person’s life. For example: “This saint helped with founding Catholic schools in the United

States. There is a college in the state of New Jersey named after her.” (Answer: Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton) Repeat with fifteen to twenty different saints. Technology Tip: consider using a presentation program to project the photos!

Divide students into small groups and assign each an American saint. Give students handouts that include basic info about the saint

(including birthplace, life story, patronage, feast day, etc.). Have each group prepare and perform a skit that identifies their saint and explains their life and mission. All groups will perform for each other.

On a piece of large paper, trace students’ bodies. In their body’s outline, have each student write the gifts and talents they have that they could use to become a saint. On top of the page they should

write: “My saint statue would…” and then finish the sentence. For example, “My saint statue would be helping kids learn.” Then they should share them with the group. Wrap up by explaining that holiness is achieved not through being a stoic statue, but by using our gifts for God and to help others know him.

Name That Saint Game

Saint Skits

DIY Saint Statues

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All Saints’ Day: Activities to Engage Youth

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ALL SAINTS’ DAY: Activities to Engage Youth

If you have Religious Education class on the day of All Saints’ Day, invite students to come in dressed as their favorite saint. Extend the theme of Halloween

parades and invite students to march around your open space (gym, cafeteria, etc.) and show off their costumes. Afterwards, challenge them to teach their classmates about the saint, and why they chose to dress like them.

Gather your group together. Present to the students information on a variety of saints. Explain to students that saints are similar to the superheroes of the Catholic faith. After presenting background info on the saints,

play a game. Name a saint’s “superpower” and have students guess the saint using the characteristics. For example: “I had a special way of understanding and appreciating animals. Which saint am I?” (Answer: Saint Francis of Assisi)

Ask your students what they think it would be like to be a saint. Ask them what they think it takes to become a saint. Afterwards, explain that a saint is really anyone we believe is in Heaven, and that we are all called to be saints. Bring

in a few statues of different saints. Give the students sketch paper, and ask them to draw a saint statue based on the following questions: What would a statue of you look like if you were made a saint? How would it reflect your personality? What would you be the patron of?

“When the Saints Go Marching In”

What’s Your Superpower?

Saint Statue Sketches

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ALL SAINTS’ DAY: ACTIVITIES TO ENGAGE YOUTH

Plan a Saint Scavenger Hunt for your students to find images of the saints on the parish or school property. Provide riddles to the students for each saint image to find,

using clues about the saint. For example: “I’m often called the Little Flower, and usually depicted holding roses. My name starts with a T; can you find me?” Lead students around the parish or school property and ask them to identify as many pictures of the saints as they can find. Assign students into teams or have them work individually.

If you have access to an Encyclopedia of the Saints or the Internet in your classroom, invite students to

determine who their patron saint is. In front of the class, have each students act out their patron saint in a game of charades. Once someone has guessed correctly have students explain a little about their patron. End class by praying to each child’s patron as a class.

Saint Scavenger Hunt

Patron Saints Charade

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