Catholic Saints
Augustine Institute
300 episodes
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 beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics worldwide. Become an Augustine Institute Mission Circle Partner. Join the Mission Circle today!
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Praying with St. Irenaeus
Join Dr. Jean-Paul Juge and Dr. Jessica Ewell for the third in a monthly series of new episodes within the Catholic Saints podcast that focuses on "Praying with the Saints." Saint Irenaeus invites us to pray not just…
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St. Cyril of Alexandria
During the Nestorian Controversy of the fifth century, heroic saints like Cyril of Alexandria defended the truth of Christ’s divinity. In this episode, Dr. Carl Vennerstrom and Mary McGeehan discuss the Nestorian…
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St. Josemaria Escriva
Join Dr. Christopher Mooney and Mary McGeehan on this episode of Catholic Saints to discuss St. Josemaria: his origin, spirituality, Opus Dei, and how to follow his saintly example. St. Josemaria Escriva centered his…
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St. John the Baptist
Join Dr. John Sehorn and Taylor Kemp as they talk about St. John the Baptist, the forerunner to Christ. In this episode, they discuss the Nativity of John the Baptist, how the Old Testament illuminates who St. John the…
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St. Thomas More
Many people know Saint Thomas More's story, at least from the outside, but what was going on within the heart and soul of this brilliant Renaissance man who was executed for staying true to his principles? Join Dr.…
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St. Aloysius Gonzaga
Dr. Arielle Harms and Taylor Kemp share about the life of Aloysius (Luigi) Gonzaga. Raised by his father to be a soldier, an early awakening of his personal faith led him to renounce his familial right of succession…
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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. Thus began his journey away from the world and toward the…
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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 girls of her time, she entered because her family could not…
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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 Augustinian friar before eventually joining the newly founded…
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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 lovingly highlighting other people's gifts. Join Dr. James…
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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 great fruit and helped to recenter the faith of the Germans,…
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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 inspiring story of this young catechist who was not afraid to…
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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 nature of suffering, the difficulty of martyrdom, and dying in…
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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 significant Christian apologetic works. St. Justin was a convert…
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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 Arc", and Dr. Ben Akers on this episode of Catholic Saints!…
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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 faith. Join Dr. James Prothro and Mary McGeehan as…
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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 daily life, and how his Oratory unexpectedly birthed one of…
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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 Formed. Sign up for a 7-day free trial of Formed. Support…
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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 great content on Formed. Sign up for a 7-day free trial of…
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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 aside,' ... And they cast lots for them, and the lot fell on…
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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 life to spreading the Gospel. Sit down with Dr. James…
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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 Philip that by following Himself, he will see God the Father,…
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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 remembered as the great defender of the Nicene Creed. He was…
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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 recorded “holy fool” saints – a saint archetype lesser known in…
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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 for the first in a monthly series of new episodes within the…
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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 Formed. Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute…
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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 can we learn from him today? Join Dr. Jean-Paul Juge and Dr.…
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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 for a 7-day free trial of Formed. Support this podcast…
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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 until age 20. She became a foundress of a successful…
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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 the story of this humble saint who received visions of the…
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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 led to a life of extreme penance. Every saint has a past,…
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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 beloved bishop of his time. Known for his amiable personality…
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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 begin by looking at Joseph from the Old Testament and…
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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 his land of captivity to preach the Gospel to a pagan…
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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 and Dr. Elizabeth Klein as we discover how he guided the…
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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 for refusing to renounce their Christian faith. Their feast…
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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 Heart" who, throughout his ups and downs, remains faithful,…
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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 Apostle, defended the faith against early heresies, and…
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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 Dr. Elizabeth Klein and Dr. Carl Vennerstrom as they…
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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 for their commitment to Sunday worship and reception of the…
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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 siblings and holy families change the world! Watch Catholic…
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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. Marcella was born in 325 AD and died in 410 AD, around the time…
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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 discuss St. Francis de Sales, his best known work The…
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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 four-part series, Dr. Ben Akers and Dr. Christopher O. Blum sit…
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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 almost all theological topics. Not only did St. Thomas cover…
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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 O. Blum sit down to discuss St. Francis de Sales, his best…
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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 this influential woman who sponsored St. Jerome's translation…
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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 FORMED. Support this podcast and the Augustine Institute…
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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 four-part series, Dr. Ben Akers and Dr. Christopher O. Blum…
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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 endure death by the sword. Join Dr. Elizabeth Klein and…
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