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Discover how to practice lectio divina, a prayerful reading to deepen your relationship with God and the biblical word.

Saint Barbara of Nicomedia, a 3rd-century martyr, is an emblematic figure of courage and faith in the face of danger. Patron saint of fire-related professions and protection against sudden death, her story blends legend and powerful symbolism. Her veneration, established as early as the 5th century, unites East and West and continues to inspire artillerymen, firefighters, and miners today. Discover the life, the legend, the spiritual message, and the devotion surrounding this saint who invites us to peaceful resistance and inner light.

Discover why Jesus places concrete obedience at the heart of authentic faith in Matthew 7. Learn to build your spiritual life on solid foundations, between words and actions, through a journey combining exegesis, meditation, practical applications and testimonies to withstand life's storms.

Francis Xavier, a Navarrese-Basque Jesuit and companion of Ignatius of Loyola, evangelized India, the Moluccas, and Japan in the 16th century before dying in 1552 on the island of Sancian, awaiting entry to China. Patron saint of Catholic missions, he embodies the urgency of the Gospel, cultural encounter, and interreligious dialogue. His incorruptible body rests in Goa, and his spiritual legacy invites us to carry the word of the Gospel with humility and boldness beyond cultural boundaries.

Five years after the devastating 2020 Beirut port explosion, the Lebanese Catholic Church continues its fight for justice and support for the victims. Through humanitarian aid, a living memory, advocacy against impunity, and a message of peace conveyed notably by the historic visit of Pope Leo XIV, it remains a moral and social pillar in a Lebanon mired in profound crisis. Despite political, economic, and regional obstacles, the Church embodies the hope and resilience of a wounded nation, refusing to abandon the quest for truth and dignity.

Discover the spiritual journey of Paul of Tarsus, missionary apostle, his travels and his central theological message.

Saint Eligius, goldsmith to King Dagobert who later became bishop, embodies professional integrity and generosity towards the poor. Born around 588 near Limoges, he forged a path where excellence in work and service to the marginalized were intertwined. Known for crafting two golden thrones for King Clotaire II, he symbolizes unwavering honesty. Eligius ransomed slaves, founded monasteries, and became Bishop of Noyon, blending artisanal skill with profound faith. Patron saint of goldsmiths, blacksmiths, and mechanics, his feast day is celebrated on December 1st. His example reminds us that work well done is an act of truth and holiness.

Discover how the profound and humble faith of a Roman centurion amazed Jesus, revealing that radical trust in God transcends all ethnic, religious, and social boundaries. This Gospel invites us to a universal, intelligent, and confident faith that opens wide the doors of the Kingdom to everyone, without exception. A powerful teaching for our spiritual life, our prayer, and our welcome in the Church today.