Saturday
August 10, 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
15 records
Saint Lawrence of RomeSaintMartyrHe was a devout Christian who dedicated his life to caring for the poor, the ill, and the neglected.Huesca, SpainSaint BessusSaintMartyrHe is revered as a martyr and is known for his miraculous healing abilities through prayer.Saint BlaneSaintBorn in the 6th century on the Isle of Bute, Scotland, he was the nephew of Saint Cathan.Isle of Bute, ScotlandSaint GerontiusSaintHe was born as a prince in the 5th century and eventually ascended to the position of King of Damnonia, which encompassed the region now…Saint Ireneaus of CutiglianoSaintHe is primarily remembered as a martyr and his unwavering faith in the face of persecution.CutiglianoSaint Paula of CarthageSaintBorn in Carthage, North Africa, her exact date of birth remains unknown, but it is believed to be around the 4th century AD.CarthageSaint BettelinSaintWhile not much is known about his life, his virtuous actions and unwavering faith have made him a beloved figure among the faithful.Saint Agilberta of JouarreSaintShe is related to several other notable saints, including Saint Ebrigisil, Saint Ado of Jouarre, and Saint Agilbert of Paris.JouarreSaint Aurelius of CutiglianoSaintNot much is known about his early life, but historical records suggest that he was born in Cutigliano, a small village located in the…CutiglianoSaint Asteria of BergamoSaintMartyrShe is recognized as a martyr and is venerated for her dedication to providing Christian burials for martyrs during a time when it was…BergamoSaint Aredius of LyonsSaintBorn around the year 536, not much is known about his early life and background.LyonsSaint Agathonica of CarthageSaintUnfortunately, historical records about her life are limited, but what is known points to her unwavering faith and dedication to serving…CarthageSaint Bassa of CarthageSaintBorn in Carthage, North Africa, her life is shrouded in mystery and few historical records exist about her.CarthageSaint Deusdedit the CobblerSaintDespite his humble occupation, Deusdedit's piety and charitable nature distinguished him as a revered figure in his community.Saint LawrenceSaintMartyrSaint Lawrence , deacon and martyr Feast of Saint Lawrence , deacon and martyr, who, as reported by Saint Leo the Great , eager to share the…
Blesseds
23 records
Blessed Archangelus PiacentiniBlessedFrom a young age, he exhibited a quiet and pious disposition, which led him to pursue a life of solitude and prayer.Calatafimi, Sicily, ItalyBlessed Franciszek DrzewieckiBlessedHe was born on February 26, 1908, in Zduny, Lódzkie, Poland, into a devout Catholic family.Zduny, Lódzkie, PolandBlessed Edward GrzymalaBlessedHis life and ministry were sadly cut short during the horrific period of Nazi persecutions in World War II.Kolodziaz, Podlaskie, PolandBlessed Juan Martorell SoriaBlessedHis deep faith and commitment to serving God motivated him to join the Salesians, an order founded by Saint John Bosco, in 1923.Picasent, Valencia, SpainBlessed Amadeus of PortugalBlessedHe belonged to the noble family of Portugal, being the youngest of eleven children of Rui Gomes, the Count of Viana, and Isabel de Menezes.MoroccoBlessed Lazare TiersotBlessedHe joined the Carthusians on 18 December 1769 and became a member of the monastery of Fontenay, France.Semur-en-Auxois, Côte-d’Or, FranceBlessed Andrea of GrossetoBlessedWhile not much is known about his early life and birth, he is believed to have been born in Grosseto, Italy during the 15th century.GrossetoBlessed Antonio González PenínBlessedMartyrHe was born on 1 March 1864 in San Salvador de Rabal, Celanova, Orense, Spain.San Salvador de Rabal, Celanova, Orense, SpainBlessed Hugh of MontaiguBlessedHe was born in an undisclosed year, and his early life remains a mystery.MontaiguBlessed Claudejoseph Jouffret de BonnefontBlessedClaudejoseph Jouffret De Bonnefont dedicated his life to the service of God and the Church.Gannat, Allier, FranceBlessed François FrançoisBlessedHe dedicated his life to serving the Catholic Church and the people of God.Nancy, Meurthe-et-Moselle, FranceBlessed Miguel Borrego AmoBlessedHe served as a dedicated priest in the diocese of Córdoba, specifically ministering to the communities of Fuente la Lancha and Adamuz.Cañete de las Torres, Córdoba, SpainBlessed Jaume Jardí VernetBlessedHe was born on 7 May 1901 in Vandellós, Tarragona, Spain.Vandellós, Tarragona, SpainBlessed Esteve Llover TorrentBlessedHe was born on July 27, 1885, in the town of Les Planes d'Hostoles, Girona, in the region of Catalonia, Spain.Les Planes d’Hostoles, Girona, SpainBlessed Victoriano Calvo LozanoBlessedHe was born on 23 December 1896 in Horche, Guadalajara, Spain.Horche, Guadalajara, SpainBlessed José Toledo PellicerBlessedMartyrHe was born on 14 July 1909 in the town of Llaurí, Valencia.Llaurí, Valencia, SpainBlessed Lluís Sans ViñasBlessedMartyrHe was born on 18 June 1887 in the town of Montblanc, located in the province of Tarragona.Montblanc, Tarragona, SpainBlessed Pedro Mesonero RodríguezBlessedHe grew up in a deeply Catholic family and from a young age felt called to the religious life.Aldearrodrigo, Salamanca, Spain
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