Sunday
December 29, 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
18 records
Saint Martinian of MilanSaintLittle is known about his early life and background, but he is believed to have been born in Milan, Italy, and lived during the 5th century.MilanSaint Trophimus of ArlesSaintSaint Trophimus, also known as Trophimus of Arles, was an evangelist and the first bishop of Arles in Gaul, which is present-day France.ArlesSaint Ebrulf of OucheSaintBorn in 626 in Bayeux, Normandy, France, Ebrulf began his life as a married layman.Bayeux, Normandy, FranceSaint Thomas A BecketSaintMartyrHe came from a Norman ancestry and received his education at Merton Priory, the University of Paris, in Bologna, Italy, and in Auxerre…London, EnglandSaint Thomas BecketSaintMartyrThomas Becket, also known as Saint Thomas of Canterbury and Thomas of London (21 December 1119 or 1120 – 29 December 1170), was an English…Saint Thaddeus of ScythiaSaintHe was a relative of Saint Theodore Studites and his life is marked by his unwavering dedication to his faith, even in the face of severe…ScythiaSaint Florent de BourgesSaintHe served as the Bishop of Bourges, France, for a period of 20 years.Saint Marcellus the RighteousSaintFrom his youth, Marcellus inherited a vast fortune, which he eventually renounced in order to pursue a life dedicated to God.Apamea, SyriaSaint Quartillosa of CarthageSaintRegrettably, not much is known about the life of Saint Quartillosa as historical records have not preserved many details about her.CarthageSaint Aileran of ClonardSaintBorn in the early 6th century, Aileran dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge and the spiritual teachings of the Catholic Church.ClonardSaint Trophimus of EphesusSaintHe is widely recognized as a missionary companion of the apostle Saint Paul.EphesusSaint Albert of GambronSaintBorn in the diocese of Séez, France, he was initially drawn to the allure of worldly life, serving in the court of a noble family.FranceSaint Libosus of VagaSaintHe was an influential figure during his time and played a significant role in the early Christian community.VagaSaint Girald of FontenelleSaintNot much is known about his early life, but he embarked on a path of rigorous religious education at the cathedral school in Rheims, France.Near Mantes in the Seine Valley of FranceSaint TrophimeSaintTrophime Bigot (1579–1650), also known as Théophile Bigot, Teofili Trufemondi, and the Candlelight Master, was a French painter of the…Saint Benedicta Hyŏng Kyŏng-nyŏnSaintSaint Benedicta Hyŏng Kyŏng-nyŏn , widow and catechist, and 6 companions, martyrs of Korea At Seoul in Korea, Saints Benedicta Hyŏng…Saint LibosusSaintSaint Libosus , bishop of Vaga and martyr At Carthage, in present-day Tunisia, Saint Libosus , bishop of Béja and martyr, who in the Council…Saint Marcellus the AcoemeteSaintSaint Marcellus the Acoemete , abbot of the monastery of Acoemetae At Constantinople, Saint Marcellus the Acoemete , abbot of the Acemeti…
Blesseds
11 records
Blessed William HowardBlessedHe was the son of Thomas, Earl of Arundel, and the grandson of Saint Philip Howard, a revered figure in the Church.Strand, London, EnglandBlessed Juan Bautista Ferreres BoludaBlessedInspired by a deep sense of faith, he joined the Jesuits in 1888 and dedicated his life to the service of God and the Church.L’Ollería, Valencia, SpainBlessed Enrique Juan RequenaBlessedHe is also known as Blessed Enrique, and his feast day is celebrated on 29th December.Aielo de Malferit, Valencia, SpainBlessed Francis RuizBlessedHe dedicated his life to spreading the Catholic faith in the New World, particularly in South America.Rioja, SpainBlessed José Perpiñá NácherBlessedBorn on 22 February 1911 in Sueca, Valencia, he grew up to become a remarkable individual with varied accomplishments and a deep commitment…Sueca, Valencia, SpainBlessed Aproniano de Felipe GonzálezBlessedHe was born on 2 February 1898 in Grajal de Campos, a town located in the province of León, Spain.Grajal de Campos, León, SpainBlessed Gérard CagnoliBlessedHe was deeply devoted to his mother and cared for her until her death.Valenzo, ItalyBlessed Paul MaryBlessedBorn in an unknown year, Paul Mary dedicated his life to God and joined the Dominican Order as a lay brother in Seville, Spain.Blessed Jacinto Gutiérrez TerciadoBlessedMartyrBorn on July 3, 1909, in Guadilla, Burgos, Spain, he dedicated his life to the service of God and his fellow men.Guadilla, Burgos, SpainBlessed José Aparicio SanzBlessedHe received his education from various esteemed institutions, including the Sisters of Mercy in Enguera, the Pious Schools in Valencia, the…Enguera, Valencia, SpainBlessed Gerardo CagnoliBlessedBlessed Gerardo Cagnoli , Franciscan religious At Palermo, Blessed Gerardo Cagnoli , religious of the Order of Minor , who had previously…
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