Meet the Saints

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Saints are an important part of our faith tradition, but just who are these holy men and women? Where are they from, what did they do, and what can they do for us?

Meet the Saints offers you an introduction to some of the best-known and most beloved saints. This easy-to-read and inspiring book will help you meet saints who:

influenced the church in radical ways, such as Ambrose and Teresa of Avila

knew Jesus, such as Mary Magdalene and Martha and Mary of Bethany

were contemplatives and mystics, such as Thérèse of Lisieux and Padre Pio

died for their faith, such as Thomas Becket and Miguel Pro

founded religious orders, such as Benedict of Nursia and Angela Merici

shared deep friendships, such as Francis de Sales and Jane de Chantal

befriended the poor, such as Elizabeth and Martin of Tours

lived in contemporary times, such as Katharine Drexel and Maria Faustina Kowalska

Robert F. Morneau, a prolific author, is the auxiliary bishop of the diocese of Green Bay, Wisconsin. He lectures widely, and is a sought-after retreat master.