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01/29/2022

Saul, who later became Saint Paul, began his life dedicated to the persecution of early Christians. During a journey to Damascus to collect evidence for further imprisonments, Saul was visited by Jesus and converted to become a dedicated follower of Christ.

Read about his impact on Christianity from the early years to the present.

Saint Paul began life dedicated to the persecution of early Christians. A visit from Jesus led to his conversion, and he had a profound impact on Christianity

01/21/2022

Not much is certain about the life of Saint Sebastian. Born in 258AD, he was an early martyr who became the patron saint of athletes. He is widely featured throughout music, art, and literature for surviving multiple arrow wounds while tied to a tree.

Learn more about his life in Saint of the Week.

Saint Sebastian is widely featured in art to this day in the iconic image of him tied to a tree with multiple arrows piercing his flesh. Learn more about him here.

01/17/2022

Saint Marguerite Bourgeoys, the first female Saint of Canada, dedicated her life to strengthening the colony of Ville-Marie, now known as Montreal. She built the first public school in Montreal and contributed many other educational centers to the colony.

Read more about her life in Saint of the Week.

Saint Marguerite Bourgeoys was referred to as the “Mother of the Colony” thanks to her work in developing the colony of Ville-Marie, now known as Montreal.

01/08/2022

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton took her strengths and experiences gained through a life of loss and used them to found the first American religious community for women. Read more about her story in this week’s Saint of the Week.

Born in 1774, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton suffered countless losses before founding the first American religious community for women. Read her story here.

12/31/2021

May the new year bless you with health, wealth, and happiness.

12/31/2021

Saint John the Evangelist, the youngest of the twelve Apostles, was called by Jesus and became known as His beloved disciple.

Read more about him in Saint of the Week.
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Saint John the Evangelist, one of the twelve Apostles, was said to be the "disciple whom Jesus loved.” Learn about his life as a dedicated follower of Christ.

12/24/2021

Christmas is a magical time for reconnecting with loved ones. However, for those who have experienced loss, the holidays can highlight their absence and encourage us to process our grief together.

Here’s a Christmas message from all of us at DeMarco Funeral Homes.

12/23/2021

Blessed Jacopone da Todi lived a fascinating life. After the death of his wife Vanna, Jacopone went from being a materialistic nobleman to a wandering ascetic. Near the end of his life, he was imprisoned for his belief in strict poverty.

Read about his journey in this week’s Saint of the Week.
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12/17/2021

Saint John of the Cross was a 16th-century reformer, mystic, and poet. Learn about his journey in this week’s Saint of the Week. Use the link below to learn more👇
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