Thursday

January 23, 2025

Quadratura Ultima

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 2025.

Saints

22 records

Saint IldefonsoSaintThe convergence of a life dedicated to the quiet contemplation of the cloister with the demanding public duties of ecclesiastical leadership…Saint Ildephonsus of ToledoSaintHe came from a noble family and was the nephew of Saint Eugene of Toledo.Toledo, Spain Saint EmerentianaSaintMartyrShe was a devout Christian and a catechumen at the time of her martyrdom.Roman Saint AgathangelusSaintLittle is known about his early life, including his exact date of birth and details of his upbringing.Roman Saint LufthildSaintShe is revered for her unwavering faith, devotion to God, and acts of kindness towards the impoverished, despite facing numerous hardships…Saint Clement of AncyraSaintMartyrHe lived during a tumultuous time in the history of the Roman Empire when Christians faced severe persecution under the reign of Diocletian…Ancyra Saint Aquila the MartyrSaintMartyrMarried to Saint Severian, they both embraced their faith and dedicated their lives to spreading the teachings of Christianity.Saint AmasioSaintIn the annals of the early Church, where the names of many faithful servants have been obscured by the ravages of time, there stands a quiet…Saint Dositheus of GazaSaintHowever, his life took a dramatic turn during a visit to Jerusalem, where he was deeply moved by the example of the Christian community and…Gaza Saint Ormond of MairéSaintBorn in France, he dedicated his life to the service of God within the monastic community, leaving a lasting impact on the region through…French Saint Colman of LismoreSaintBorn in Ireland, the exact date of his birth remains unknown, but it is believed to have been in the 7th century.Lismore Saint Amasius of TeanoSaintHe is celebrated as a courageous defender of the Catholic faith against the Arian heresy, which denied the divinity of Christ.Greek Saint Andreas Chong HwagyongSaintHe lived during a time of intense Christian persecution in Korea and is remembered as a layman catechist in the apostolic vicariate of…Cheongsan, Chungcheong-do, South Korea Saint Asclas of AntinoeSaintBorn in Thebaid, Egypt, little is known about his early life, but he is remembered for his unwavering faith and courageous stance during the…Thebaid, Egypt Saint Eusebius of Mount CorypheSaintThough little is known about his early life, his profound spirituality and commitment to a life of solitude and prayer have made him…Mount Coryphe Saint Martyrius of ValeriaSaintMartyrVery little is known about his early life, but it is believed that he was born in the late fifth century and lived during the tumultuous…Valeria Saint MaimbodSaintAlthough there is limited information available about his early life and background, his impactful missionary work and martyrdom have…Saint Severian the MartyrSaintMartyrBelieved to have lived during the 3rd century, not much is known about his early life.

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Blesseds

4 records

Blessed Benedetta Bianchi PorroBlessedShe was the second of six children in her family.Dovádola, Forli, Italy Blessed Juan InfanteBlessedHis exact birth and death dates are not available, but his contributions during the 15th and 16th centuries have left a lasting impact on…Blessed Margaret of RavennaBlessedShe led a remarkable life of piety and devotion, despite being nearly blind from a young age.Russi, Ravenna, Italy Blessed Joan Font TaulatBlessedHe was born on July 1, 1890, in Viladamat, Girona, Spain.Viladamat, Girona, Spain

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