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Product Description Lessons from the lives of the saints―a year of daily wisdom and inspiration The saints inspire us, instruct us, and intercede with God for us. Incorporate their wisdom into your life with Daily Lessons from the Saints. Every week, you’ll get to know a different saint―and every day, you’ll explore new ways to emulate their faithfulness. The short readings take just 5 minutes or less, so you can easily find time to reflect. Discover what it means to live a life of heroic faith, and focus your intentions through brief practices and prayers. Follow the book alongside the liturgical calendar, or read at your own pace; whatever your approach, the saints will accompany you step by step on your journey closer to God. Daily Lessons from the Saints includes: 52 Weeks, 365 days―Connect more deeply by focusing on a single saint (or a pair of saints) every week, with seven daily readings about their lives and legacy. Thoughtful lessons―Discover lessons, exercises, and practices guided by the week’s saint, showing you how to apply their timeless wisdom to your modern life. 55+ Canonized saints―Delve into the stories of St. Patrick, St. Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin, St. Teresa of Ávila, St. Peter & St. Paul, St. Josephine Bakhita, and many more. Bring the wisdom of the saints into your day with Daily Lessons from the Saints. Review “Fr. Higginbotham’s book must be added to your personal library! Following the liturgical rhythm of the church, he shares the beautiful lives of the saints in a relatable way that inspires and gives hope. His theologically rich meditations draw us into the hearts of these saints, and his concrete action points help us to more realistically emulate their lives. Through this book, we become friends with the saints and ultimately, more faithful followers of Christ.” ―Fr. Stephen Gadberry “Wonderfully practical, educational, and spiritually nourishing, Daily Lessons from the Saints is an excellent devotional for young and old alike. Filled with stories of and insights from some of the church’s greatest Saints, prepare to make many new heavenly companions as you journey through the year with St. Josephine Bakhita, St. Ignatius of Loyola, St. Maria Goretti, and many more!” ―Jordan Haddad, Ph.D. (cand.), Director of Lay Ministry Programs and Lay Formation, Notre Dame Seminary “In Daily Lessons from the Saints, Fr. Brice gives an easy to follow, spiritually rich, and practically insightful introduction to the teaching and examples of a number of the saints that are found in the Catholic Church’s tradition. This book serves as a catalyst of growth for everyone, from the most advanced and educated Catholic to anyone who desires to grow in their knowledge of the saints to anyone looking for an aid in their growth in personal holiness. This book is truly a gift to the faithful and serves as an aid for anyone desiring to grow closer to the saints and the Lord.” ―Rev. John David Matherne, Pastor of St. Hilary in Mathews, Diocesan Vocations Director About the Author FATHER BRICE HIGGINBOTHAM is a Catholic priest for the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux in Louisiana, where he serves as pastor of Holy Cross Parish and chaplain for Central Catholic School. He received his master’s degree in theological studies from Notre Dame Seminary.