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Saint Francis Borgia

St. Francis Borgia was a Spanish nobleman, born into an influential family. He initially served in the imperial court and made a career there. However, he gave up his public life and his possessions due to series of life events. He joined the Society of Jesus and was instrumental in spreading the Jesuits’ influence all …

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Acts 4:12

Verse: “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.” – Acts 4:12 Prayer To Prepare For Salvation Let my conscience be clear, my conduct without fault, my speech blameless, my life well-ordered. Put me on guard against my human …

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Saint Denis

Denis was one of the seven bishops that was sent to Gaul to convert people during the reign of emperor Decius. He was regarded as the first bishop of Paris. Little is known about his life but legend has it that Saint Denis was beheaded on Montmartre, which translates to “mountain of martyrs”. According to …

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Psalm 139:7-8

Verse: “Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.” – Psalm 139:7-8 Prayer For Psalm 139 Help us Lord in our search for heavenly things when our minds …

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Saint Pelagia

The story of St. Pelagia has inspired various legends. There are two stories that are often confused together. One of it is a historical young Christian in Antioch who is celebrated as a virgin and martyr. According to the story, at 15 years old, she threw herself off the roof of a building rather than …

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Ephesians 6:12

Verse: “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” – Ephesians 6:12 Prayer For God’s Protection Against Evil May God protect, bless and hear the prayers of my family. …

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Kasanggayahan Festival

The Kasanggayahan Festival is largest celebration for the whole province of Sorsogon. It commemorates the declaration of Sorsogon as a province. This festival is included in the Department of Tourism’s list of festivals and celebrations in the Philippines. With the term “kasanggayahan· meaning prosperity, the festival showcases the local products including products from the pili …

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Matthew 7:1

Verse: “Do not judge, or you too will be judged” – Matthew 7:1 Prayer For Judgment Lord Jesus, You teach us to pray that heaven would manifest on earth. Yet, I often am perplexed about how to apply this to my own life. I am presented each day with choices, and I am unsure how …

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Saint Bruno

Born in Cologne, Germany in 1030. He became a famous teacher at Rheims and at the age of 45, he became the chancellor of the archdiocese. He took part in the fight against the decadence of the clergy and denounce the violent Archbishop Manasses de Gournai. He also founded the religious order, Carthusian Order, which …

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