Discover how Saint Boniface's bold act of cutting down Thor's Oak in 723 AD revolutionized medieval Europe, transforming pagan fear into Christian love. This pivotal moment marked Christianity's triumph not through force, but through a profound spiritual shift in how people viewed divine power.
Catholic saints
The Seeker's Quill
The Saint Who Fled the World to Save it
Discover how St. Benedict, who fled from a crumbling Roman Empire, paradoxically became its savior. His radical choice to seek solitude led to founding monasteries that preserved Western civilization through the dark ages, offering timeless wisdom for today's challenges.
The Real St. Nicholas: Saints, Slaps, and Shopping Malls
The Saint Who Lost His Way to Find It: Saint Camillus de Lellis
The Maid and the Miracle: Joan of Arc at Orleans
The Little Way of an Enormous Soul
The Christ-Bearer's Journey: Reflections on Saint Christopher and the Christian Pilgrimage
The legend of Saint Christopher, a fearsome giant who became Christ's humble servant, speaks to every spiritual wanderer. In his transformation from mighty warrior to river-crossing servant, we discover a profound truth: our greatest journey isn't across physical distances, but from pride to purpose.
Troubadour to Saint: The Transformative Early Years of Francis of Assisi