9 Days with Saint Anthony to Awaken Your Faith
Join us for 9 days with Saint Anthony of Padua, a powerful intercessor, and let the flame of your faith be reignited!
Saint Anthony of Padua (1195–1231) is one of the most beloved saints in the Catholic Church. He is known for his powerful preaching, deep knowledge of Scripture, and the countless miracles attributed to his intercession.
Born in Lisbon, he first joined the Canons Regular of St. Augustine, but later became a Franciscan friar, inspired by the martyrdom of five brothers who had gone to evangelize in Morocco. Sent to Italy, Anthony quickly became recognized as an extraordinary preacher, capable of reaching even the hardest hearts. His love for Christ, his compassion for the poor, and his fight against heresy made him a radiant witness to the Gospel.
He was canonized just one year after his death and continues to be invoked around the world today—not only to find lost items, but even more so to help people rediscover their faith.
As we prepare for his feast on June 13, enter into this novena with confidence. Through Saint Anthony's intercession, may God rekindle in us the fire of the Holy Spirit and renew our passion for the Gospel.
Day 1: Saint Anthony and prayer
Day 2: A lamp cannot be hidden
Day 3: Saint Anthony and preaching
Day 4: Saint Anthony and mission
Day 5: Saint Anthony and miracles
Day 6: Saint Anthony, follower of Christ
Day 7: Saint Anthony, defender of the poor
Day 8: Saint Anthony the reformer
Day 9: Saint Anthony, terror of demons
Meet the preacher: Brother Jack Mardesic
Brother Jack Mardesic is a Franciscan friar at the Saint Anthony friary in Brussels. Originally from Australia, he is a preacher and musician dedicated to youth formation and the new evangelization.
Following the great Franciscan tradition, Br. Jack regularly goes on mission with another friar to underserved neighborhoods—carrying only a backpack, no plans, no money, and no idea where they will sleep that night.