Queen Esther protects the Jews (Esther 8:1-8)
The biblical story of Esther is of a Jewish woman named Esther who became queen of Persia and risked her life to save her people from annihilation.
The Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-8)
The story of the Transfiguration describes how those closest to Jesus got a glimpse of him in heavenly glory while he prayed upon a mountain.
Joseph is betrayed by his brothers (Genesis 37:1-36)
Joseph was the favourite son of Jacob, which caused jealousy among his brothers. They sold him into slavery in Egypt, where he later rose to power. The betrayal of Joseph was later reflected in the betrayal of Jesus.
Moses raises the Bronze Serpent (Numbers 21:4-9)
In the story of Moses raising the Bronze Serpent, the Israelites were bitten by venomous snakes in the wilderness. God commanded Moses to make a bronze serpent and raise it up on a pole, and anyone who looked at it would be healed from their snake bi
Joel foretells the Holy Spirit (Joel 2:28-29)
Joel, one of the Twelve Minor Prophets, warned the people of Judah about imminent disasters and called for repentance. He also spoke about a future era when the Holy Spirit would descend on everyone.
Christ stills the Tempest (Mark 4:35-41)
The gospels describe how Jesus calmed a raging storm on the Sea of Galilee with just a few words, demonstrating his power over the elements.
The Healing Ministry of Christ (Mark 1:32-34)
According to the gospels, Jesus was well-known for curing the sick, casting out demons and raising people from the dead.
Rizpah mourns her crucified sons (2 Samuel 21:1-14)
Rizpah's faithful vigil over her dead sons, who were hanged on a hill and left unburied, symbolises the future suffering of the Virgin Mary during Christ's crucifixion.
The Birth of St John the Baptist (Luke 1:57-66)
After St John the Baptist was born, his father Zechariah miraculously regained the power of speech when he wrote down his son's name 'John' on a tablet.
The Magnificat (Luke 1:46-56)
The Magnificat is a song of praise uttered by the Virgin Mary, found within the pages of St Luke’s gospel. The words of the song are based on a dramatic speech Mary made in the house of her elderly relative, St Elizabeth.