The apostle Paul, also known as Saint Paul, is one of the most influential figures in early Christianity. His life and writings left an indelible mark on the Christian faith, theology and the spread of Christianity. Read more...

The Feast of Christ the King, also known as the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, is celebrated by the Catholic Church on the last Sunday of Ordinary Time, marking the end of the liturgical year. This celebration was instituted by Pope Pius XI in 1925 with the encyclical Quas Primas. The date of the feast day varies from year to year, but it generally falls at the end of November. Read more...

Pope John XXIII, born Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli on 25 November 1881 in Sotto il Monte, Italy, and died on 3 June 1963, is best known for being a charismatic pontiff and reformer of the Catholic Church. Here is a summary of his life and pontificate: Read more...

Her life and work have had a profound influence on Catholic spirituality and the history of the Church.Youth and ConversionSaint Teresa of Ávila was born on 28 March 1515 in Gotarrendura, in the Spanish province of Valladolid. She was the third of nine children born into a pious family. From an early age, Thérèse showed a keen interest in the Catholic faith and the spiritual life.At the age of 20, Thérèse entered the Carmelite convent of Ávila, but her frail health forced her to leave the convent after a few years. For several years, she experienced periods of doubt and spiritual struggle. However, her faith was rekindled after reading St Augustine's "The Confessions", and the desire to live a deeper, more committed life with God grew within her. Read more...

St Bernard of Clairvaux, also known as Bernard of Fontaine, was a 12th-century Cistercian monk, theologian and religious reformer. His life and work had a profound influence on Christian spirituality, medieval theology and Church history. Read more...