The Sanctified Podcast

Howdy all!  Today we are going to look at the life of Saint Nicholas of Flüe, also commonly known as Brother Klaus.  He led a remarkably interesting life for a saint, fighting wars, serving his community as judge, and ultimately devoting his life to God.  Saint Nicholas of Flüe, pray for us.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: From the Catechism of the Catholic Church, a prayer from St. Nicholas of...

Howdy all!  Welcome to another episode, today we are going to explore the life of Saint Alphege of Canterbury.  He led a remarkably devoted life and always had his people's needs in mind.  He feared nothing and was ready to offer anything to keep his people safe.  Saint Alphege, pray for us!   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord, you granted Saint Alphege the gift of faith so strong nothing to sh...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to take a look at the life of Saint Andrew Kim, a man who faced persecution even before he became a priest but still chose his path knowing his inevitable outcome. Saint Andrew Kim, pray for us.   Have a wonderful day   Prayer: Lord, source of all truth, you led Saint Andrew Kim Taegon, in response to your love, to reveal your glory through martyrdom. Grant that we t...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to take a look at the life of Saint Lorenzo Ruiz.  He led a simple and normal life in the Philippines until one accusation threw everything into chaos.  Saint Lorenzo Ruiz, pray for us.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: O most merciful and almighty God, You bestowed as gift to Lorenzo Ruiz the strength to withstand the overpowering forces of death for the sake of his...

Howdy all!  Today we are exploring the life of Saint Homobonus, the son of a wealthy merchant who used his resources to help others and put God before all.     Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: O Lord, You who inspired St Homobonus with such zeal for his profession as a tailor, grant that he may guard us that we may not desire riches. Rather help us to remember that, as Scripture tells us, it will n...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Lutgardis, a woman whose life had ups and downs, but ultimately led her to Jesus and made her possibly the first to devote herself to the sacred heart of Jesus.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: O Jesus, Saint Lutgardis had a deep prayer life that led to a special devotion for Your sacred wounds. I ask to obtain for me a higher level of d...

Howdy all!  Today we are exploring the life of Saint Francis of Paola.  He started a devoted order when he was just a young adult, performed incredible miracles, foretold prophecies of the future, and guided nations!   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Divine Master, Saint Francis of Paola learned sanctity by separating himself from the world. He discovered that miracles are the rewards of being att...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Clelia Barbieri, her parents battled family feuds to marry and have her, and she was destined for greatness.  From starting her own order to fulfilling miracles, her story is unbelievably intoxicating.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord God, in Saint Clelia Barbieri you gave the Christian community an example of Gospel life in joyful...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Anna Schäffer, she suffered an incredibly painful accident, but offered everything up to atone for others.  She also had visions from Christ and was blessed with the stigmata.  Oh, and she has over 15,000 miracles attributed to her and counting.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Novena to Saint Anna Schäffer: [Say the following prayer on...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to learn about the unfortunately brief life of Little Nellie of Holy God.  Though she was only a child, she inspired so many and changed the church as we know it today. Prayer: We adore You, O Jesus, ever present in the Blessed Sacrament; we pray that Your Sacred Presence may be honoured daily more and more, that the little ones whom You desire to come to You may fre...

Howdy all!  Today we are looking at the life of an incredible child, little Gilles Bouhours.  He was visited numerous times by Mary and others and he had a message for the Pope that changed the world.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord, You instilled immeasurable faith in Gilles Bouhours, please help me find even a fraction of the faith that little Gilles had so that I may love You and Mary mo...

Howdy!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Jane Frances de Chantal, she was living a splendid life but then a terrible tragedy changed everything.  And what did she do?  She bounced back with twice as much resolve and changed the world!   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord, you gave Saint Frances de Chantal the strength to forgave the man who killed her husband. Help me learn to for...

Howdy all!  Today we are exploring the life of Saint Vladimir of Kiev, patron of Kiev, and a man who went through a conversion I probably wouldn't believe if the details weren't recorded like they were.   Have a wonderful day!   Dear Lord, you were patient and forgiving with Saint Vladimir of Kiev, I humbly ask that you be patient and forgiving with me as well. And help guide me through faith just...

Howdy! Today we are going to look into the life of Saint Charbel Makhlouf, an extremely devoted Maronite Monk from Lebanon who has been reported to have granted over 33,000 miracles from heaven.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord, infinitely Holy and glorified in Your saints, You inspired Saint Charbel to lead a life of hermit-like perfection, exemplifying the virtues of poverty, chastity, and...

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode, today we are going to take a brief look into the events and lives of the 19 men involved in the execution at Gorkum in the 18th century.   Have a blessed day!   Prayer: God our Father, you gave victory to your holy martyrs at Gorkum, and adorned them with the crown of eternal life. Imitating their constancy, may we also attain with them to eternal glory...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to look at the life of Saint Swithun, a man who performed many miracles, though mostly after his death.  From healing to weather control, he did it all. Here's the link to more of Swithun's miracles: https://orthochristian.com/122701.html Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Almighty God, by whose grace we celebrate again the feast of your servant Swithun, grant that, as...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to look at the life of Saint Peter of Verona, also known as Saint Peter Martyr.  He was canonized faster than any other saint in history and it doesn't seem like his record will ever be broken.  He lived an incredibly devoted and inspirational life.  I hope you enjoy the episode!   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Almighty God, you granted Saint Peter the crown of mar...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Mary Elizabeth Hesselblad, a woman whose journey through faith pushed her to help countless people and establish organizations that would go on to change peoples' lives all around the world.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: St. Mary Elizabeth Hesselblad, Foundress of the Bridgettines, humble servant of God, who found true peace in solitu...

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode, today we are going to explore the life of Saint Benezet, a young man who did what he was called to do even though others mocked him.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord, grant me the eyes to see and ears to hear what you have to show and say to me, just as you said to Saint Benezet. Help me be as devoted to you as Benezet was, and guide me to offer s...

Howdy all! Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Drogo (of Sebourg), a 12th century saint known for his devotion, skills, miracles, and commitment to those who needed help.  And somehow patron saint of coffee?   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Heavenly Father, through the intercession of Saint Drogo, we pray for all those who suffer from physical deformities or disabilities. May they be...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Walter of Pontoise, a man who was so good at his job, he was forced to do it even though it stressed him out.  Something I'm sure a lot of us can relate to.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Lord, guide us in the challenges we face everyday in our lives and especially in our workplace just as you guided Saint Walter of Pontoise. Keep us f...

Howdy all!  Welcome back to another episode! Today we are looking at the life of Saint Brychan, a king, a father, and a rather atypical saint.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: O God, who blessed Saint Brychan with a large family and a heart for the poor, grant that we, following his example of faith and dedication, may grow in wisdom and virtue. May we, like him, bear witness to Thy glory through...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to take a look at the life of Saint Catherine of Siena, a woman devoted to God since she was 5 years old and led an all-too-brief life focused on faith and helping others.  She left us a wonderful document, her "Dialogue" that shows us her close relationship with God.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Holy Spirit, come into my heart; Draw it to Thee by Thy power, O m...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Martin of Braga, a bishop who left behind a legacy of beautiful conversions and translated valuable documents.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: Help us to grow in wisdom and truth, to remain firm in our faith, and to live according to the teachings of Christ. Guide us in our journey toward holiness, that we may serve God with humility an...

Howdy all!  Today we are going to explore the life of Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, an absolutely remarkable woman whose story is almost unbelievable.  From the day of her birth, she was destined for greatness.   Have a wonderful day!   Prayer: I will go unto the altar of God. It is not myself and my tiny little affairs that matter here, but the great sacrifice of atonement. I surrender mys...