Happy feast day of Saint Joan of Arc!

Celebrate this amazing feast day by listening to the tale of a young peasant girl who changed the course of history for France and left an indelible mark on the world. Her name was Joan, and her story is filled with bravery beyond measure and faith that moved armies. This is just the start of her story, come listen!

Be sure to listen to Part II after you complete this episode. Part II is Episode 4 in our library.

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"First, let a little love find entrance into their hearts, and the rest will follow."

- Saint Philip Neri

Brad is ten years old, the class clown and a faithful Catholic…but just can’t relate to the saints. That is until his Dad tells him the story of Saint Philip Neri. What he discovers is a man filled with joy, humor and trust in God’s will for his life. Come listen with Brad as he learns about the patron saint of joy and laughter and comes to know the saint who’s heart expanded with love of God: Saint Philip Neri!

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Prepare to celebrate the feast day of Our Lady of Fatima on Saturday by listening to one our favorite episodes! Travel back in time to the year 1917...the world was at war for the first time and millions had been killed. Terror and heartbreak seized hearts across the world. Until something extraordinary happened in the most unlikely of places. In the small, humble village of Fatima, three shepherd children carried out a message from Our Lady that changed everything.

Parental Guidance Note: At minute 19:40 we delicately and quickly describe the vision of Hell the three children of Fatima witnessed. Pre-screen if necessary at your discretion. We did our best to capture the entirety of Our Lady's message while understanding many young ears will be listening.

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"Why must we suffer? Because here below pure Love cannot exist without suffering. O Jesus, Jesus, I no longer feel my cross when I think of yours." 
- St. Bernadette

Come listen to the incredible conclusion of Saint Bernadette’s story! The inexplicable healing of Catherine Latapie’s hand was only the beginning of the miracles that would pour forth from Lourdes. But Bernadette would have to endure much more before the truth was accepted: threats from the chief inspector, skepticism from hundreds and the disappointment of Abbe Peyramale. Through it all, Bernadette persevered in carrying out Our Lady’s message for the town of Lourdes and the whole world. 

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"I shall spend every moment loving. One who loves does not notice her trials; or perhaps more accurately, she is able to love them. I shall do everything for Heaven, my true home." - St. Bernadette

In a small village in the south of France, a poor miller's daughter witnessed a miracle that changed everything. Come listen to the incredible tale of Saint Bernadette like you've never heard it before! Her patience through persecution,  humility when tasked with the impossible and contagious joy in Christ continues to move hearts over a hundred years later. Bernadette's story is one you don't want to miss and one you won't soon forget! 

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 “There are many saints to whom God has given the power to assist us in the necessities of life, but the power given to St. Joseph is unlimited: It extends to all our needs, and all those who invoke him with confidence are sure to be heard.”

 - Saint Thomas Aquinas

Saints Alive presents the incredible conclusion of Saint Joseph’s story! This episode weaves through the joyful mysteries through the eyes of Saint Joseph: from a meager stable where the Savior was brought into the world to finding Jesus preaching in the temple. We see the beauty of Jesus’ young life through the eyes of his father, and come to understand the humanity and holiness of this incredible patriarch! 

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"Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me"

Celebrate Saint Patrick's Day by listening to Saint Patrick's story of adventure and faith!

Kidnapped by pirates, forced into slavery, and a mission from God to evangelize an entire country...there's a reason Saint Patrick's tale is celebrated around the world! Saints Alive presents the story of the "Apostle of Ireland" like you've never heard it before! 

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"St. Joseph was an ordinary sort of man on whom God relied to do great things."  
– St. Josemaria Escriva

Not a single word was spoken by Joseph in the Bible, but his life has left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who know him. In this episode, we take you on an incredible adventure of Saint Joseph's life: from a dreaming boy working in his father's shop, to protector of the Holy family - it's one you don't want to miss! 

Parental Guidance Note: Our story begins with a scene exemplifying Saint Joseph as protector of the Holy Family on their flight into Egypt (5:51-8:42) and there is a dream with some more intense elements (25:37-28:38). Pre-screen at your discretion for any young ears that may be listening.

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Happy Valentine's day! We hope you enjoy this encore presentation of St. Valentine!

"So faith, hope and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love." 
-1 Corinthians 13:13

Little beyond legend is known of the patron of the greatest theological virtues: love. Saint Valentine has a secular "Hallmark" holiday in his honor, but in today's inspirational episode, his life as a Roman of heroic devotion is given depth and meaning. It is no stretch to claim that family as it was ordained by God is threatened at every turn in our modern culture. Listen to hear how Saint Valentine challenged a great threat to the love and strength of the family so very long ago. This Valentine's Day, embark with us into the history of the catacombs, squirm under the accusations of an evil emperor, and witness the painful beauty of sacrificial love!

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"The whole of my life has been God’s gift”

Kidnapped as a child and sold into slavery, Saint Bakhita held onto hope through her suffering. When she looked to the stars and sun, she knew that there must be a Master of the universe and her desire to know God shaped the course of her life. Come listen to this extraordinary story of forgiveness and the pursuit of joy from the incredible Saint Bakhita! 

Parental Guidance Note: We start the story of Josephine Bakhita with the scene of her and her friend being kidnapped by slave traders. Parents can pre-screen 4:50-6:45 and review for sensitive younger ears.

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"It is not enough to love the young; they must know that they are loved"

Come listen to the second part of Saint John Bosco's story! In this episode, we will hear how his Christlike love transformed the souls he touched. John Bosco truly believed that each one of the boys he rescued was made for greatness, made for sainthood. No matter the obstacle, John Bosco never gave up when he knew he was following the will of God. And it's because of his persistence that hundreds of boys were rescued and the Salesian order was founded! 

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"Whatever you do, think of the glory of God as your main goal" 

Saints Alive brings you the story of the humble and heroic man who gave himself entirely to those in need. Today, he is known throughout the world as the great Saint John Bosco: founder of the Salesian order and creator of the preventive system of discipline. But to his Sunday school boys, he was their beloved priest and mentor who loved to juggle and rescued them from the streets. Like all the saints, his life was full of adventure, so come listen to the story of the incredible Don Bosco!

Parental Guidance Note: We start the story of John Bosco with the scene of John in a dream encountering evil young boys that turn into wild dogs (3:18-3:50) Additionally, at the end of this episode, Don Bosco is brutally attacked by two thugs until he is saved by a mysterious wolf (18:11-20:12) Pre-screen at your discretion for any young ears that may be listening.

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"You cannot bend my will to your purpose; whatever you do to my body, that cannot happen to me."

This Advent season we bring you the story of the beloved martyr, Saint Lucy! 1,700 years have passed, and the legend of her life has lived on. Each year, she is honored with traditions of braided breads and candle lit wreaths, and this year Saints Alive brings her story to life like never before! 

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Happy Saint Nicholas Day! We hope you enjoy this encore presentation of Saint Nicholas!

Snuggle up and listen to the premiere episode of Saints Alive! We’re launching into the Advent season with the beloved tale of Saint Nicholas as you’ve never heard it before! We meet young Nicholas as an ambitious boy. As he grows, so does his love of God. Embark on this journey to long ago with us as Nicholas’ faith brings forth miracles and moments of edge-of-your-seat adventure your whole family won’t want to miss!

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Happy Saint Nicholas Day! Enjoy this encore presentation of Saint Nicholas!

Snuggle up and listen to the premiere episode of Saints Alive! We’re launching into the Advent season with the beloved tale of Saint Nicholas as you’ve never heard it before! We meet young Nicholas as an ambitious boy. As he grows, so does his love of God. Embark on this journey to long ago with us as Nicholas’ faith brings forth miracles and moments of edge-of-your-seat adventure your whole family won’t want to miss!

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“Be sure that you first preach by the way that you live.”

Saint Charles Borromeo is remembered for his brilliant mind and tireless work that shaped the Church during the Catholic reformation. His story is one filled with sacrificial love and adventure found only in the lives of the saints!  

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“Remember that nothing is small in the eyes of God. Do all that you do with love”

Her little way paved the path to sainthood over a hundred years ago. Saint Therese didn't die a martyr or lead thousands into battle but she is one of the most well-known and loved saints of our modern time. She left us with the story of her soul, her little way and is one of the four female Doctors of the church. Her story is one you don't want to miss! 

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“Pray, hope and don’t worry” 

Padre Pio's young life was anything but ordinary: filled with miracles that have captured hearts for years to come. Come listen to the conclusion of his story: we’ll hear about the miracle of his bilocation and humility in turning to prayer, no matter the battle. Saint Padre Pio, pray for us! 

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“My past, O Lord, to Your mercy; my present, to Your love; my future to Your providence.”

Enter into the incredible life of Padre Pio. His life is shrouded in mysticism and supernatural gifts from the Holy Spirit. But he also suffered greatly and remained humble and hopeful through it all. He is one of the most well known saints because of the countless miracles that have been attributed to him. Today, we will hear how one miracle in particular changed one man's life forever. 

Parental Guidance Note: True to the story of Padre Pio, we included a scene where a demon takes the form of a dog to tempt and attack young Padre Pio. Pre-screen if necessary at your discretion, and if you would like to skip over this part it is from minute 11:35-13:14.

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"Love God, serve God; everything is in that"

Saint Clare can sometimes be overlooked as the tag-along friend of Saint Francis. But her story is unforgettable. She was bold in her faith and tireless in her pursuit of Christ. Listen to her story to hear how this humble saint saved the city of Assisi and founded an order that is still thriving today! 

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On this special episode of Saints Alive, we sat down to answer questions from you, our listeners! Listen in as we talk about everything from how we create these episodes to the process of becoming a saint!

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“I die the King’s faithful servant, but God’s first” 

Journey back in time to hear the story of Saint Thomas More. He was a man that understood true love requires sacrifice and upheld the truth to the very end. His story is one that has stood the test of time, and is a saint known and loved by many. 

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Travel back in time to the year 1917...the world was at war for the first time and millions had been killed. Terror and heartbreak seized hearts across the world. Until something extraordinary happened in the most unlikely of places. In the small, humble village of Fatima, three shepherd children carried out a message from Our Lady that changed everything.

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“Be who God created you to be and you will set the world on fire” 

Saint Catherine of Siena was as brave as she was kind and as bold and she was humble. She lived a life of fierce and loving devotion to Christ and His people. Come listen to the second part of her story to hear her change the mind of the Pope, save a man from death and sacrifice everything for the Lord. 

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"A soul cannot live without loving, it must have something to love for it was created to love"

Come listen to the story of Saint Catherine of Siena! A mystic and one of the four female Doctors of the church; she changed the world with her sacrificial love. 

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"Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me"

Kidnapped by pirates, forced into slavery, and a mission from God to evangelize an entire country...there's a reason Saint Patrick's tale is celebrated around the world! Sants Alive presents the story of the "Apostle of Ireland" like you've never heard it before! 

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"So faith, hope and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love." 
-1 Corinthians 13:13

Little beyond legend is known of the patron of the greatest theological virtues: love. Saint Valentine has a secular "Hallmark" holiday in his honor, but in today's inspirational episode, his life as a Roman of heroic devotion is given depth and meaning. It is no stretch to claim that family as it was ordained by God is threatened at every turn in our modern culture. Listen to hear how Saint Valentine challenged a great threat to the love and strength of the family so very long ago. This Valentine's Day, embark with us into the history of the catacombs, squirm under the accusations of an evil emperor, and witness the painful beauty of sacrificial love!

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Today we get to pick up right where we left off with our beloved heroine, Joan. We’ve heard how Joan held steady in faith despite a storm of disbelief in her very home, and this week, that faith will endure a treacherous winter journey and help her stand tall through a battle of Narnian excitement and tremendous consequence. You won’t want to miss this epic tale of a king in disguise, a girl on a mission from God, and her glorious triumph for Him!

PSA for parents of children with little ears! We wanted to honor Saint Joan of Arc by keeping this true to her story. There is an epic and intense battle scene and we explain that Joan died a martyr by being burned at the stake.

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We're starting off the year with the tale of a young peasant girl who changed the course of history for France and left an indelible mark on the world. Her name was Joan, and her story is filled with bravery beyond measure and faith that moved armies. This is just the start of her story, come listen!

**Correction: We mistakenly referenced Saint Catherine of Alexandria as a Doctor of the church in this script**

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We are so glad you are back to hear the second chapter of the tale of Saint Nicholas! This episode, we unpack the beloved story of how the Bishop of Myra sacrificed his own fortune to save three young girls from the blight of poverty. We couldn't help but set this scene in a Christmas-y light and hope you enjoy reveling in songs of glad tidings and snowy, joyful expectation of the Christ Child with us!

*Important Note to Parents* 

We did our best to be mindful of different families' teachings and traditions at Christmastime. Our presentation of Saint Nicholas is true to his legacy of virtue and holiness and he remains a distinct figure from any in today's secular representations. That being said, one character in our version of this story, named 'Kris Kringle,' does allude to the idea of a modern 'Santa Claus' but is never called so by name. By avoiding any explicit reference, we hope this telling can appeal to families over a range of practices this season. Above all, our aim was to encourage children to model the very real Saints of our Church and conform their lives to Christ; we hope that this message over any other shines brightest in this production!

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Snuggle up and listen to the premiere episode of Saints Alive! We’re launching into the Advent season with the beloved tale of Saint Nicholas as you’ve never heard it before! We meet young Nicholas as an ambitious boy. As he grows, so does his love of God. Embark on this journey to long ago with us as Nicholas’ faith brings forth miracles and moments of edge-of-your-seat adventure your whole family won’t want to miss!

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Exclusive first listen of the beginning three minutes of our debut episode on St. Nicholas. Check back on December 6th for the full episode!

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