FAITH OF ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

  Image of  Saint Sabbas the Sanctified . By Edward Matulanya  Here are Biography, early life, Contribution, Legacy, Miracles and Patronage of Saint Sabbas the Sanctified. 1. Biography and Early Life of Saint Sabbas Saint Sabbas the Sanctified (439–532) is recognized by the Roman Catholic Church as one of the great Christian monks of the early centuries (Catholic Church, 2004). Born in Mutalaska, Cappadocia, he was raised in a monastic setting because of family circumstances. Early biographies describe him as a calm, serious child who preferred prayer and Sacred Scripture to games (Quasten, 1986). For e xample,  Monks reported that Sabbas memorized psalms at an age when most children were learning simple reading, showing his early spiritual maturity. 2. The Monastic Calling of Sabbas: How He Became a Desert Father At 17, Sabbas traveled to Jerusalem, where he trained under the famous monk Saint Euthymius (Quasten, 1986). He soon embraced the desert lifestyle of fast...

Image of Saint John of Damascus By Edward Matulanya  Here are Biography, Early life, major works, Legacy, miracle, and Patronage of Saint John of Damasus. 1. Who Was Saint John of Damascus? Biography of a Doctor of the Church Saint John of Damascus ( 675–749 AD) was a priest, monk, and theologian honored as a Doctor of the Church for his major contributions to Christian doctrine (Catholic Church, 2020). He lived in Syria and later in the monastery of Mar Saba near Jerusalem. For e xample, his explanations about honoring saints are still used in Catholic teaching today (Vatican News, 2023). 2. Early Life of John of Damascus; Scholar, Theologian, and Defender of Faith Saint John of Damascus Born into a respected Christian family in Damascus, John received a strong education in philosophy, literature, and music (Meyendorff, 1999). This foundation allowed him to engage intelligently with religious and philosophical debates. For e xample, he is philosophical background helped him explai...

Image of a person praying  By Edward Matulanya  Here are Meaning, purpose, types,  Powers, and significance of Prayers in the Roman Catholic Church. 1. What Is Prayer in the Roman Catholic Church? The Catholic Church teaches that, prayer is "the raising of one’s mind and heart to God" (Catechism of the Catholic Church [CCC], 1997, para. 2559). For example, Speaking to God about your day. 2. The Purpose of Prayer in Catholic Spiritual Life Prayer helps Catholics grow in relationship with God , receive grace , and discern His will (CCC, 1997, para. 2561–2565). For e xample, asking God for guidance before making a tough choice. 3. Types of Prayer Taught by the Catholic Church The Church identifies blessing, adoration, petition, intercession, thanksgiving, and praise as core forms of prayers (CCC, 1997, para. 2626–2643). For e xample, Praying for a friend's health (intercession). I. Prayer of Blessing  A prayer of blessing is when God’s goodness is acknowledged and when ...

Image of Saint Francis Xavier By Edward Matulanya  Here are Biography, Early life, history, Miracles, Legacy and Patronage of Saint Francis Xavier. 1. Biography of Saint Francis Xavier, The Catholic Church’s Patron of Missions Saint Francis Xavier (1506–1552) is recognized by the Catholic Church as one of the greatest missionaries in history. As a founding member of the Society of Jesus, he evangelized across Asia and is honored as the Patron Saint of Foreign Missions. For e xample, his missionary journeys are often compared to Saint Paul’s in impact. 2. Early Life of Saint Francis Xavier: From Navarre to the University of Paris Francis was born in a noble Basque family in the Kingdom of Navarre. At 19, he traveled to the University of Paris, where he excelled academically and aimed to become a professor. For e xample, before his conversion, he sought worldly success more than religious commitment. 3. The Call to Holiness: How Ignatius of Loyola Inspired Francis Xavier Ignatius of ...

Image of Saint Bibiana, Virgin and Martyr By Edward Matulanya  Here are Biography, History, Legacy, Miracles, Martyr and Patronage of Saint Bibiana, Virgin and Martyr. 1. Introduction to Saint Bibiana, Virgin and Martyr of the Catholic Church Saint Bibiana, honored as a virgin and martyr of early Christianity, she is remembered for her courage and steadfast faith in the face of persecution in Rome (Kirsch, 1907). Her life exemplifies purity, devotion, and the willingness to endure suffering for Christ, making her a model for Christians, particularly young women (Catholic.net, n.d.). 2. Historical Background of Saint Bibiana Bibiana’s veneration is historically documented by the construction of a basilica over her tomb by Pope Simplicius in the late 5th century (Kirsch, 1907). Although details of her life are largely derived from legend, she is recognized as an early Roman martyr whose story inspired devotion in subsequent generations (McClintock & Strong, 1880). 3. Early Life a...