Shows / Catholic Saints
Catholic Saints
Have you ever wanted to learn more about the men and women the Catholic Church officially recognize as saints? In these interviews, scripture scholars from the Augustine Institute dive into the lives of the Saints to help all the faithful come to a deeper understanding of those heroic men and women who have been transformed by the love of God. In this Catholic podcast, learn about St. Augustine, St. Monica, St. Philip Neri, St. Catherine of Siena, and many more. Help us share the truth and…
Episodes
- Catholic Saints
St. Romwuald
What do you do after seeing your father kill someone in a duel? The young Romuald decided to devote himself to making reparation to God for his father's sin…
- Catholic Saints
St. Lutgardis
When the twelve-year-old Lutgardis entered a Benedictine convent, it wasn't from a burning ardor for serving the Lord in religious life. Instead, like many…
- Catholic Saints
St. Anthony of Padua
Dr. Arielle Harms and Taylor Kemp discuss the life and impact of St. Anthony of Padua. Born Fernando Bulhões in Lisbon, Portugal, St. Anthony became an…
- Catholic Saints
St. Barnabas
In the city of Lystra, they thought he was the god Zeus, but we know him today as the "Son of Encouragement." He offers us a great example of how to lead by…
- Catholic Saints
St. Boniface
Known as the "Apostle to Germany," the bishop and martyr St. Boniface worked tirelessly to renew the Church in Germany. Although his efforts ultimately bore…
- Catholic Saints
Saint Charles Lwanga
One of the 22 Ugandan martyrs, Saint Charles Lwanga has much to teach us about courage. Join Father Tegha Afuhwi Nji and Dr. Elizabeth Klein to learn the…
- Catholic Saints
Martyrs of Lyon and Vienne
Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Taylor Kemp discuss the Christians martyred under Marcus Aurelius around the year 170 AD. This episode invites a discussion on the…
- Catholic Saints
St. Justin Martyr on Creation
Dr. Ben Akers sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Klein to discuss St. Justin Martyr—an early Church martyr who lived from about AD 100 to 165 and wrote several…
- Catholic Saints
St. Joan of Arc
Learn about the remarkable story of St. Joan of Arc with Paul McCusker, author of the Augustine Institute Radio Theatre audio drama "The Victory of Joan of…
- Catholic Saints
St. Augustine of Canterbury
St. Augustine of Canterbury is often called the "Apostle to the English". A great missionary, St. Augustine was pivotal in converting the Anglo-Saxons to the…
- Catholic Saints
Praying with the Saints: Saint Philip Neri
Discover how Saint Philip Neri— the smiling saint who turned prayer into an art of holy friendship—taught ordinary people to meet God right in the middle of…
- Catholic Saints
St. Bede the Venerable
Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Taylor Kemp sit down to discuss the holy life and witness of St. Bede the Venerable. Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on…
- Catholic Saints
St. Dunstan
Join Dr. Jean-Paul Juge and Dr. Elizabeth Klein to learn about Saint Dunstan -- hermit, monk, smith, and advisor to kings. Watch Catholic Saints and other…
- Catholic Saints
St. Matthias
'Lord, you know the hearts of all men, show which one of these two you have chosen to take the place in this ministry and apostleship from which Judas turned…
- Catholic Saints
St. Damien of Molokai
St. Damien was born in Belgium but spent most of his life ministering to lepers in Molokai, Hawaii. An incredible example of holiness, he dedicated his whole…
- Catholic Saints
St. Philip the Apostle
Dr. James Prothro and Taylor Kemp reflect upon St. Philip the Apostle. St. Philip often brought others to Jesus Christ. His feast day is May 3. Jesus shows…
- Catholic Saints
St. Athanasius
Join Dr. Ben Akers and Dr. Elizabeth Klein as they discuss the early Church Father, St. Athanasius. A bishop and Doctor of the Church, St. Athanasius is…
- Catholic Saints
St. Isidora of Egypt
Taylor Kemp and Dr. Elizabeth Klein discuss the life of a lesser-known monastic saint from the 4th century, St. Isidora of Egypt. She is one of the oldest…
- Catholic Saints
St. Louis de Montfort
Saint Louis de Montfort wrote the well-known book True Devotion to Mary, and he has much to teach us about prayer. Join Dr. John Sehorn and Dr. Jessica Ewell…
- Catholic Saints
St. Mark
Join Dr. Ben Akers and Dr. Tim Gray for a discussion of St. Mark. Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on Formed. Sign up for a 7-day free trial of…
- Catholic Saints
St. George
When we think of Saint George, we probably think of the legendary knight who slew a dragon to rescue a damsel in distress. Who was Saint George, really? What…
- Catholic Saints
St. Anselm of Canterbury
Join Taylor Kemp and Dr. Elizabeth Klein as the discuss the life of St. Anselm of Canterbury. Watch Catholic Saints and other great content on Formed. Sign up…
- Catholic Saints
Bl. Marie-Anne Blondin
Dive into the lives of Holy Women You’ve Never Heard Of with Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Dr. Jessica Murdoch. Bl. Marie Anne grew up in poverty and was illiterate…
- Catholic Saints
St. Bernadette
St. Bernadette grew up in poverty, sickness, and simplicity. Her family for a time even resided in a flat that formerly functioned as a jail cell! Listen to…
- Catholic Saints
St. Mary of Egypt
Dive into the lives of Holy Women You’ve Never Heard Of with Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Dr. Jessica Murdoch. St. Mary of Egypt comes from a scandalous past that…
- Catholic Saints
St. Cuthbert
Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Taylor Kemp discuss the life of St. Cuthbert of Lindisfarne from Northern England, a lesser-known saint in the Church today but a…
- Catholic Saints
St. Joseph, Part 1: Old and New
Dr. Ben Akers and Taylor Kemp sit down to reflect on the earthly father chosen by the Heavenly Father for his Son, Jesus Christ. This four-part series will…
- Catholic Saints
St. Patrick
Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Taylor Kemp discuss the historical life of St. Patrick. Captured multiple times by pirates, St. Patrick escaped slavery and returned to…
- Catholic Saints
St. Simplicius
Pope Saint Simplicius lived through the fall of an empire and during one of the most tumultuous theological controversies in history. Join Dr. Jean-Paul Juge…
- Catholic Saints
Sts. Perpetua & Felicity
Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Taylor Kemp discuss the life and impact of two female martyrs from the third century, Sts. Perpetua and Felicity. Both were beheaded…
- Catholic Saints
St. David
Mary McGeehan and Dr. James Prothro discuss King David and the proper veneration of Old Testament figures. David is a great example of a "man after God's own…
- Catholic Saints
St. Polycarp
Join Dr. Ben Akers and Mary McGeehan as they dive into the life of St. Polycarp, a second century bishop and martyr. St. Polycarp was a student of St. John the…
- Catholic Saints
Saints Cyril & Methodius
Many times, holiness runs in families. Discover the lives and legacy of these two brothers and learn how and why they invented an alphabet along the way. Join…
- Catholic Saints
Abitinian Martyrs
Forty-nine Christians were martyred during the great persecution under Diocletian in Roman North Africia in the town of Abitinia. The martyrs were persecuted…
- Catholic Saints
St. Scholastica
Dive into the lives of Holy Women You’ve Never Heard Of with Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Dr. Jessica Murdoch. St. Scholastica is the sister of St. Benedict. Holy…
- Catholic Saints
St. Marcella
Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Taylor Kemp sit down to discuss St. Marcella, the early Church martyr of Rome, who's feast day is celebrated on January 31st. St…
- Catholic Saints
St. Francis de Sales on Courage (Part IV)
This fourth episode touches on the need for courage in the Christian life. In this four-part series, Dr. Ben Akers and Dr. Christopher O. Blum sit down to…
- Catholic Saints
St. Francis de Sales on Sincerity (Part III)
This third episode focuses on St. Francis de Sales and his teaching on the moral life, virtue, and the place of sincerity in the Christian life. In this…
- Catholic Saints
St. Thomas Aquinas
St. Thomas Aquinas was given one of the greatest minds in history. He devoted his life to studying God and used his great intellect to write extensively on…
- Catholic Saints
St. Francis de Sales on Prayer (Part II)
This second episode focuses on St. Francis de Sales and his teaching on attentiveness and prayer. In this four-part series, Dr. Ben Akers and Dr. Christopher…
- Catholic Saints
St. Paula the Elder
St. Paula was a Roman Christian who married at young age and became a religious after the death of her husband. Dr. Elizabeth Klein shares about the life of…
- Catholic Saints
St. Paul
Join Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Michael Barber as they discuss St. Paul's conversion and his overhauled life mission. Watch Catholic Saints on FORMED. Sign Up for…
- Catholic Saints
St. Francis de Sales on Obedience (Part I)
This first episode introduces St. Francis de Sales, the times in which he lived, and looks at a fundamental virtue for the Christian life: obedience. In this…
- Catholic Saints
St. Agnes of Rome
When she was twelve, Saint Agnes of Rome had to decide whether to renounce her Christian faith and the vow of virginity she had made to Christ or whether to…
- Catholic Saints
St. Anthony of Egypt
In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Taylor discuss St. Anthony of Egypt, or "Anthony the Great," a hermit who lived from around 251 to 356 A.D. Anthony is…
- Catholic Saints
St. Hilary
Join Dr. Jean-Paul Juge and Dr. Elizabeth Klein as they discuss the enduring contributions of this fourth-century saint — Hilary of Poitiers. See how he…
- Catholic Saints
St. Aelred of Riveaulx
Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Taylor Kemp explore the life of St. Aelred of Rieveaulx, a famous Cistercian monk from the 12th century. St. Aelred writes about the…
- Catholic Saints
St. Gregory of Nyssa
St. Gregory of Nyssa is one of the fourth century Cappadocian Fathers. St. Gregory hails from a holy family of saint siblings, including St. Basil the Great…
- Catholic Saints
St. André Bessette
St. André Bessette, devoted to St. Joseph and emulator of his humility, served as a brother in the Congregation of Holy Cross in Montreal. Serving as a college…
- Catholic Saints
St. John Neumann
St. John Neumann is the first American male citizen saint! Dr. Chris Mooney recounts how St. John immigrated to the United States from Germany during the early…
- Catholic Saints
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton is the first native-born American to be a canonized saint! Her life was filled with profound suffering, yet she demonstrated deep…
- Catholic Saints
St. Gregory of Nazianzus
Dr. Chris Mooney shares about St. Gregory of Nazianzus, a 4th-century saint who served as the Bishop of Constantinople during the second ecumenical council in…
- Catholic Saints
St. Sylvester
Following the horrific persecution of the Church under Emperor Diocletian, a new era began that would change the course of history for Christians and for the…
- Catholic Saints
St. Thomas Becket
In this special episode, Dr. Christopher O. Blum sits down to reflect on St. Thomas Becket and what we can learn from his heroic witness today. Watch Catholic…
- Catholic Saints
St. John the Apostle
On this episode of Catholic Saints, Taylor Kemp interviews Dr. James Protho on the life, traits, and lessons we can learn from St. John the Apostle. Son of…
- Catholic Saints
St. Stephen
Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Michael Barber delve into Sacred Scripture's account of St. Stephen's leadership and final death. Watch Catholic Saints on FORMED. Sign Up…
- Catholic Saints
St. Peter Canisius
After joining the Jesuits in the mid-16th century, St. Peter Canicius is sent to Germany and Austria to combat the rising tide of Lutheranism. St. Peter sees…
- Catholic Saints
St. Gatian of Tours
Join Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Taylor Kemp as they discuss the life and impact of a little-known Saint, St. Gatian of Tours. In the middle of the third…
- Catholic Saints
St. John of the Cross
Dr. Ben Akers sits down with Dr. Scott Hefelfinger to discuss Doctor of the Church, St. John of the Cross. This discussion touches on St. John of the Cross's…
- Catholic Saints
Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego
Dr. Ben Akers sits down with Dr. James Prothro to discuss Mary's apparition to Saint Juan Diego on Tepeyac hill under the title of Our Lady of Guadalupe. This…