Saint Francis of Assisi
Francis of Assisi, one of the most beloved saints of the entire Christian tradition, is perhaps a bit more complex than many legends suggest.
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Advent with St Anthony: Perseverance
As Advent draws to a close, we look at St Anthony’s example of perseverance in the face of the struggles of life.
Advent with St Anthony: Penance
The second post on St Anthony of Egypt explores the place of penance in Advent, in preparing for the Kingdom of Heaven
Advent with St Anthony of Egypt: Preparation
The first in a series of posts exploring what St Anthony of Egypt teaches us about preparing for the return of Christ.
Saint Theodore – a Bishop for our times
Saint Theodore’s mission to England to revitalise and unify the Church in our country makes him an appropriate patron for the CHC’s home
St Catherine, Patroness of Europe and Italy
St Catherine of Siena is patroness both of Europe and Italy. This remarkable one exerted a huge, political influence in her short life.
St George, the Martyr-Knight
St George has been venerated as the patron of England since the Middle Ages, following his popularity as a martyr of the Early Church.