Thursday, September 17 · Ordinary Time
Saint Peter Arbues
Saint Peter Arbues, also known as Peter of Arbues, was born in 1442 to the noble families of Antonio Arbues and Sancia Ruiz in the region of Aragon, Spain. From an early age, his parents recognized his intellectual gifts and ensured that he received a well-rounded education.
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