Mary Magdalene was the first to see the risen Christ and proclaim His rising. For this, she is often called the “Apostle to the Apostles."

John bridged the gap between the Old and New Testaments. His baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River marked the start of Jesus's public ministry.

Determined to remain a chaste bride of Christ, thirteen-year-old Agnes courageously rejected all her suitors, even when faced with threats of death.

He was known for helping those with hopeless causes, but St. Bridget of Sweden's vision that he was the Patron Saint of the Impossible sealed the deal.

Kateri, orphaned at four, bearer of many struggles, was led to become a bride of Christ and the patron saint of people in exile and Native Americans.

A tireless advocate of education, especially for young women, and service to the poor, Julia Maria created a legacy that touched and saved countless souls.

“Am I not here, I, who am your mother? Listen and understand, my littlest son, let nothing frighten and afflict you or trouble your heart."

Little is known about St. Ursula's maidens, but a Basilica on the site of her martyrdom and female bones below give credence to the legends.

St. Dymphna lives on to comfort the nervous and emotionally challenged and her adoptive Belgium town is the model for innovative health care.

Lucy consecrated herself to God and was true to her promise of purity even through horrible torture. She is one of the seven women mentioned in the Mass.

Peter was a simple man, not wealthy or educated yet called by Christ to establish the church on earth. How does that speak to what we are called to do?

What we know about St. Veronica and her act of kindness is based on tradition, but still, her veil is considered one of the Church's most treasured relics.

Looking for a miracle? Ask St. Blaise, a popular saint during the Middle Ages, one of the 14 Holy Helpers, and a physician known for miraculous cures.

Rather than live a life of luxury, noblewoman St. Elizabeth of Hungary, chose to serve the Suffering Christ through service to the poorest of the poor.