Tuesday
July 23, 2024
The profiles below are associated with this month and day as recurring feast observances. Their inclusion does not mean an event involving them occurred in 2024.
Saints
30 records
Saint Jean CassienSaintIn the vibrant landscape of Provence, where the Mediterranean sun warmed the ancient stones of Marseille, a spiritual legacy took root that…Saint EzekielSaintIn the shadow of foreign dominion, where a people had lost their temple and their land, a singular figure stood as a conduit for the divine.Saint Phocas the GardenerSaintWhile not much is known about his early life, his selfless acts of charity and his martyrdom have made him a revered figure in the Catholic…Martyrs of Carabanchel BajoSaintMartyrThe Martyrs of Carabanchel Bajo, also known as the Passionist Martyrs or the Carabanchel Martyrs, were a group of nine individuals who were…Carabanchel BajoSaint John CassianSaintBorn around the year 360, he embarked on a remarkable journey that took him from the Holy Lands to Egypt and eventually to Marseilles…Martyrs of HortaSaintMartyrThe Martyrs of Horta, also known as the Lay Woman and nine Minim nuns, were a group of courageous individuals who were martyred together…HortaSaint Bridget of SwedenSaintShe began receiving visions of the Crucifixion at the age of seven.Finsta Castle, Uppsala, SwedenSaint BridgetSaintAmong the many luminaries of the Catholic tradition, few lives shine with the unique brilliance of a woman who balanced the heavy burdens of…Martyrs of BarcelonaSaintMartyrThe Martyrs of Barcelona, also known as the Seven Martyrs of Barcelona, were a group of courageous Christians who were martyred in two…BarcelonaSaint ApollinareSaintThe witness of the early Church in the region of Romagna is most vividly preserved not through grand political treaties, but through the…Saint Herundo of RomeSaintShe lived a life of intense devotion to God, alongside her comrades, Saint Romula and Saint Redempta.Rome, ItalySaint Eugene of RomeSaintWhile the available information about his life is limited, what has been recorded showcases his unwavering faith and willingness to give his…RomeSaint Romula of RomeSaintVery little is known about her early life and family background.RomeSaint Valerian of CimiezSaintBorn around the 5th century, information regarding his early life and background is scarce, but he eventually found his way to the Monastery…CimiezSaint Trophimus of RomeSaintHe is believed to have been born in Rome, Italy, during the 3rd century.RomeSaint Conan of CornwallSaintHe is notable for his close association with Saint Petroc, another prominent saint of the time.CornwallSaint Theophilus of RomeSaintNot much is known about his life before he became a martyr, but his devout faith and unwavering commitment to Christ have made him a revered…RomeSaint Rasyphus of MacéSaintHis life and death exemplify his unwavering faith and commitment to his Catholic beliefs.British Isles
Blesseds
27 records
Blessed Basil HopkoBlessedHe belonged to a humble family of poor and landless peasants.Hrabské, Prešovský kraj, eastern SlovakiaBlessed Margarita de MaturanaBlessedShe was one of five children born to Juana Ortiz de Zarate and Vicente Lopez de Maturana, and she had...On the 3rd floor of 52 Tenderia Street, Bilboa, Vizcaya, SpainBlessed Jane of OrvietoBlessedShe came from a humble peasant family, but her life would be marked by extraordinary spiritual experiences and devotion to God.Carnaiola, ItalyBlessed Wojciech GondekBlessedHe was a devout individual who felt called to serve God and joined the Franciscan Friars Minor in 1928.Slona, Malopolskie, PolandBlessed Leonard da RecanatiBlessedHe was born in Recanati, Italy, although specific details about his birth date are unknown.ItalyBlessed Joan Huguet CardonaBlessedMartyrHe was ordained as a priest for the diocese of Minorca on 6 June 1936.Alaior, Minorca, Islas Baleares, SpainBlessed Pedro Ruiz de Los Paños AngelBlessedHe devoted his life to the service of God and the Catholic Church, leaving a significant impact through his various roles and initiatives.Mora, Toledo, SpainBlessed María Antonia Vergara Melgar de OrtegaBlessedMartyrShe was born in 1867 in Puente Genil, Córdoba, Spain.Blessed Arturo Franco CastroBlessedHe lived during a tumultuous period in Spain's history, the Spanish Civil War, marked by political and ideological conflicts.Córdoba, SpainBlessed Josep Sala PicóBlessedHe embarked on his spiritual journey by studying at the seminary of Seo de Urgel.Pons, Lleida, SpainBlessed Francisco de Paula Ortega MontillaBlessedHe grew up in a devout Catholic family and from a young age, demonstrated a strong faith and deep love for God.Blessed Mariano Caballero RubioBlessedFrom a young age, he demonstrated a deep love for God and a strong desire to serve Him.Alájar, Huelva, SpainBlessed Emilio Arce DíezBlessedHe dedicated his life to serving God as a Salesian Brother and made his vows in Carabanchel Alto, Madrid, Spain on 16 July 1926.San Martín de Ubierna, Burgos, SpainBlessed Juan de MontesinosBlessedBorn in an unspecified year, not much is known about his early life and background.Blessed Mariano BrandiBlessedNot much is known about his early life and background, but he is renowned in Franciscan writings for his effectiveness in combating demonic…Latter 15th century, possibly in Florence, ItalyBlessed Mariano Fernándeztenllado RoldánBlessedHe was born on November 8, 1895, in Rute, a town in the province of Córdoba.Rute, Córdoba, SpainBlessed Leovigildo Ávalos GonzálezBlessedHe faithfully served the Posadas community, dedicating his life to the spiritual guidance and upliftment of his parishioners.Posadas, Córdoba, SpainBlessed Juan de LucaBlessedBorn on an unknown date, he dedicated his life to serving God and spreading the teachings of Catholicism.
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