Saturdays with Sir Rolland

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s Dragons Around the House episode, Sir Rolland reflects on the life of St. Athanasius and the powerful truth that saints are made through great attitude and great effort. Through a relatable school scenario, we see how every dragon tries to influence how we respond to challenges—but we always have a choice. When we choose to try our best and trust God with the r...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland reflects on the truth behind every great story: dragons are real… and they can be defeated. Inspired by St. Mark and the power of storytelling, we discover that the battle between good and evil is not just in books or movies — it’s the story we are living right now. Through Christ, the Knight of Light, we are given the grace to face our dra...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland reveals the danger of the “invisible dragons.” The quiet lies that whisper we are unseen, unloved, or not enough. Through a relatable story and honest reflection, we learn how envy, pride, and wrath attack our identity from within. But when we turn to the truth of the Father’s love, those lies lose their power. Stay grounded in truth… and s...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland celebrates the joy of Easter with a fun game of Name That Dragon, putting your dragon-slaying skills to the test. Through playful scenarios and friendly competition, we learn that the true victory is not in winning, but in choosing humility, generosity, and self-control. As we examine our hearts, we discover which dragons we’ve slain—and wh...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland brings our Lenten journey to its final battle on Holy Saturday by confronting the Violet Dragon of Lust through two final works of mercy: clothing the naked and bearing wrongs patiently. As we wait in the silence between the Cross and the Resurrection, we are reminded that the body is holy, people are never to be used, and true love always...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland continues our Lenten journey by confronting the Indigo Dragon of Gluttony through two powerful works of mercy: feeding the hungry and comforting the afflicted. Through practical acts of generosity, fasting, and a moving story about his father, a restaurant bill, and an unexpected act of kindness, we are reminded that mercy often feeds more...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland continues our Lenten journey by confronting the Blue Dragon of Wrath through two powerful works of mercy: visiting the prisoner and forgiving offenses willingly. Through the witness of St. Tarcisius, a powerful prison encounter, and the example of St. John Paul II, we learn that mercy reaches even the hardest hearts and that true strength i...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland continues the Lenten battle against the Green Dragon of Greed by exploring two works of mercy: sheltering the homeless and instructing the ignorant. Through stories of hospitality, missionary work, and the adventure of sharing the faith, we are reminded that generosity is not just about giving things—it’s about opening our homes, our hearts...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland continues our Lenten journey by confronting the Yellow Dragon of Sloth through two powerful works of mercy: giving drink to the thirsty and praying for the living and the dead. Through the inspiring witness of Saints Perpetua and Felicity, the story of the woman at the well, and a marathon run offered in prayer for 26 souls, we are reminded...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland continues our Lenten journey by confronting the Orange Dragon of Envy through two powerful works of mercy: visiting the sick and counseling the doubtful. When we choose empathy over comparison and encouragement over superiority, we weaken envy’s grip and strengthen the bonds of love. Through personal stories of illness, doubt, and brotherly...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland continues our Lenten journey by exploring two powerful works of mercy that strike directly at the Red Dragon of Pride: admonishing the sinner and burying the dead. Through the example of St. Peter Damian, we learn that speaking truth with humility is an act of love — not judgment — and that remembering our mortality keeps our hearts fixed o...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland celebrates the feast of St. Valentine (and Saints Cyril and Methodius) by revealing that salvation history is the greatest love story ever told. As Lent approaches, we are reminded that dragon slaying is not about adventure for its own sake — it is about love. True love sacrifices, serves, forgives, and lays down its life for others. When w...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland completes the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary with The Last Supper. On the night before the great battle, Jesus gives us the Eucharist as food for the journey, institutes the priesthood, and shows that true strength is found in humble service. As the Knight of Light breaks bread and kneels to wash feet, we learn how the Red Dragon of Pride...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland continues the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary with The Transfiguration. As Jesus reveals His glory on the mountain, the disciples receive a glimpse of the victory to come — a moment of light meant to strengthen them for the darkness ahead. Through prayer, trust, and listening to the voice of the Father, we learn that God gives us moments o...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland continues the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary with The Proclamation of the Kingdom. As Jesus announces that the Kingdom of God is at hand, He calls ordinary people to repent, believe, and stop feeding the dragons they’ve grown comfortable with. Through this mystery, we learn that the Kingdom doesn’t arrive with force or fireworks, but when...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland continues the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary with the Wedding at Cana. At a joyful wedding feast, Jesus performs His first public sign—quietly transforming water into wine—revealing His glory and teaching us to trust Him with even the smallest needs. Through Mary’s simple instruction, “Do whatever He tells you,” we learn that humility and...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland begins the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary with the Baptism of the Lord. When Jesus steps into the waters of the Jordan, He reveals His mission, sanctifies the waters of Baptism, and shows us the path every dragon slayer must walk. Through this mystery, we remember that we have been claimed, named, and sent — called to leave the old life b...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland kicks off the new year on the Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus with a Dragons Around the House adventure — this time, in the car. Dragons in the Car! When snow, traffic, and restless squires turn a simple drive into a dragon-filled battleground, the dragons of pride, wrath, envy, and sloth begin to stir. But by calling on the Holy Name of Je...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland reflects on what it truly means to follow Jesus by becoming like a child. As we prepare for Christmas, he reminds us that dragon slaying is not about strength or age, but about faith, imagination, joy, humility, and trust in God. Through stories, gratitude, and the new Christmas song Little Dragon Slayers , we are invited to rediscover the...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland celebrates the feast of St. Lucy — a radiant day of light, joy, and hope — as he reflects on how Christ, the Light of the World, pierces every darkness. Through St. Lucy, Lady Lumena, his grandfather Rolland, and his own wedding anniversary, he reminds us that God fills even the darkest seasons with grace. This week’s Advent challenge is to...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland shares a Dragons Around the House story about one of the biggest peace-stealers of Advent: winning and losing. When a favorite hockey team suffers a crushing defeat, the Blue Dragon of Wrath, the Orange Dragon of Envy, and even the Indigo Dragon of Gluttony all try to take over. But sports are meant to shape virtue — not steal our joy. With...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland kicks off the Advent season by revealing The 7 Dragons of Advent —the deadly foes who try to distract, deceive, and divide us as we prepare for the coming of Christ. From pride to lust, each dragon works overtime to ruin this sacred season, but Advent’s virtues of Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love give us the weapons we need to fight back. Stay ho...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland guides us through the Fifth Joyful Mystery — The Finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple. After three days of searching, Mary and Joseph find Jesus teaching in His Father’s house. Their steadfast love and trust remind us that when we feel lost, afraid, or unsure, God is always drawing us closer to Him. Like them, we learn to seek Jesus wit...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland continues the Rosary series with the Fourth Joyful Mystery — The Presentation in the Temple. When Mary and Joseph humbly offer the Child Jesus to God, they show us how obedience and sacrifice slay pride, greed, and lust. With every act of trust, we become more like them — offering our hearts to the King and carrying His light into the world...

Greetings, young slayers! In today’s episode, Sir Rolland leads us through the Third Joyful Mystery — The Nativity. On that first Christmas night, Heaven’s True Knight entered the world in silence and humility, slipping behind enemy lines to conquer sin through love. When we choose humility, peace, and quiet strength, we help the True Knight drive out the dragons of pride, greed, and wrath. Stay h...