

The Catholic Defender: Saint Juliana of Nicomedia
Saint Juliana of Nicomedia (c. 285–305) was an early Catholic Christian martyr who lived during the persecutions of the Roman Emperor Diocletian . She is highly venerated as a model of steadfast faith and courage. Born in Nicomedia (modern-day İzmit, Turkey) to a noble pagan family, Juliana secretly embraced Christianity and was baptized. Her father, Africanus, betrothed her to a pagan senator named Eleusius (or Evilasius). Juliana refused to marry him unless he converted t


The Guardian Angel: Eucharistic Miracle of Bolsena, Italy, 1263
Because it is so special to each of us and our families to continue to build our faith and our capabilities to defend and evangelize the faith, at times we will bring you some of the greatest Fathers of the Church and indicate some of their readings that you could find very beneficial in your walk to Holiness. Another powerful Eucharistic Miracle will follow this offering of love. To Jesus through Mary, GregoryMary The Patristic Age The Fathers of the Church were those sa


The Catholic Defender: Act of Love
An act of love is a deliberate gesture, action, or sacrifice intended to show care, affection, and support for another person . These acts can range from small daily gestures like helping with chores or offering a warm smile to significant sacrifices that prioritize another person's well-being over one's own. It is often considered a choice of the will rather than just a feeling. Small, consistent actions often have a significant, positive impact on relationships and personal


The Catholic Defender: Act of Hope
An Act of Hope is a traditional Catholic prayer expressing trust in God’s promises, mercy, and power to grant forgiveness, grace, and eternal life through Jesus Christ . It is a prayer of confidence, often prayed to reaffirm faith in divine goodness and the promise of heaven. "O my God, relying on Thy infinite goodness and promises, I hope to obtain pardon of my sins, the help of Thy grace and life everlasting, through the merits of Jesus Christ, my Lord and Redeemer. Amen."























