Today we honor St. Edmund the Martyr, the courageous young king of East Anglia whose faith and bravery inspired an entire nation. Though he became king as a teenager, Edmund ruled with prayer, justice, and deep devotion to God. He ultimately gave his life rather than betray Christ.

Join Saul on The Road to Damascus as he shares 7 cool facts about St. Edmund: his heroic stand against the Viking invasion, the miraculous recovery of his severed head, the wolf that protected his relics, and the incredible signs of holiness that followed his martyrdom.

🕊️ Discover why the English people loved him so deeply — and how his witness calls us to courage, forgiveness, and unwavering faith.

🙏 Reflection Verse

“Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.”

— Revelation 2:10

✝️ Prayer to St. Edmund the Martyr

St. Edmund,

faithful king and courageous martyr,

teach us to trust God in every trial

and remain steadfast in our faith.

Give us courage when we face fear

and strength to stand for Christ

even when it is difficult.

St. Edmund the Martyr, pray for us.

Amen.

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Today we honor St. Mechtilde of Helfta, a Benedictine nun and mystic whose life of prayer, visions, and devotion to the Sacred Heart deeply influenced the Church. Though she lived in the 13th century and her feast is celebrated on November 19, she remains beloved for her “Book of Special Grace” and her extraordinary encounters with Christ.

In this episode, join Saul on The Road to Damascus as he shares 7 cool facts about St. Mechtilde from her childhood at Helfta, to her musical gift, to her mystical revelations, and the healing grace that followed her life.

🕊️ Let her story remind you that holiness is found in prayer, humility, and love for God above all.

🙏 Reflection Verse

“Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.”

— James 4:8

✝️ Prayer to St. Mechtilde of Helfta

St. Mechtilde, beloved daughter of Helfta,

teach us to live in constant prayer,

to hear the whisper of Christ’s Heart,

and to serve Him with humble devotion.

Pray for us, that we may cling to God’s mercy,

and reflect His love in every moment of our lives.

Amen.

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Today we honor St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, a woman of extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and prayer. Known by the Potawatomi people as “The Woman Who Prays Always,” her life was marked by deep perseverance and a fearless love for God’s mission.

Join Saul on The Road to Damascus as he shares 7 cool facts about St. Rose from her childhood desire to be a missionary, to crossing the ocean at age 49, to founding Catholic schools in America, to the powerful witness of her unshakeable prayer life.

🕊️ Discover why the Church remembers her as a saint whose heart was always united to God, even through hardship, poverty, and immense challenges.

🙏 Reflection Verse

“Be still, and know that I am God.”

— Psalm 46:10

✝️ Prayer to St. Rose Philippine Duchesne

St. Rose Philippine,

faithful missionary and woman of prayer,

teach us to trust God in every trial

and to find peace in His holy will.

Help us persevere when the path is hard

and love with the heart of Christ.

Pray that we may become missionaries of God’s love

wherever we are.

Amen.