Saturday
February 8, 2025
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
30 records
Saint Jerome EmilianiSaintHe was born into a wealthy family, the son of Angelo and Eleanor Mauroceni Emiliani.Venice, ItalySaint Josephine BakhitaSaintTragically, at the tender age of 9, she was kidnapped by slave-traders and forced into a life of slavery.Oglassa, Darfur, SudanSaint Paul of VerdunSaintBorn in an unknown date around the 6th century, Paul initially served as a courtier before embracing a life of solitude and devotion to God.VerdunSaint Laureatus of RomeSaintMartyrLittle is known about Saint Laureatus' early life, but he is believed to have been born in Rome, Italy.RomeSaint Stephen of MuretSaintAt the age of twelve, he left his home to pursue an education at Benevento, Italy, under the guidance of Archbishop Blessed Milo of…Thiers, Auvergne, FranceSaint Cointha of AlexandriaSaintMartyrShe gained recognition for her steadfast refusal to sacrifice to idols, a decision that ultimately led to her martyrdom.EgyptianSaint Honoratus of MilanSaintBorn in an unknown date, Saint Honoratus eventually became the Bishop of Milan, Italy in the year 567.MilanSaint InvenzioSaintThe legacy of Saint Invenzio is not etched in the annals of grand miracles or the chronicles of royal courts, but rather in the quiet…Saint Elfleda of WhitbySaintFrom her early years, Elfleda showed a deep devotion to God and a desire to serve Him.WhitbyMartyrs of ConstantinopleSaintMartyrThe Abrahamite Monks, also known as the Martyrs of Constantinople, were a group of courageous monks who lived during the iconoclast…ConstantinopleSaint CuthmanSaintBorn in the 9th century, he faced numerous challenges in his life but displayed unwavering faith and dedication to his religious beliefs.Saint Nicetius of BesançonSaintHe was a close friend of Saint Columbanus of Luxeuil and their association played a significant role in the spread of Christianity in the…BesançonSaint Dionysus of ArmeniaSaintHe is honored as a martyr for his unwavering faith and his refusal to denounce Christianity during a time of intense persecution.ArmeniaSaint Gaudinus of SoissonsSaintBorn in an era marked by social and economic unrest, Gaudinus stood out for his strong advocacy against usury and fair treatment of the poor…SoissonsSaint KigweSaintShe is associated with the town of Kew in Cornwall, England, and her feast day is celebrated on February 8th.Saint MeingoldSaintHe is best known for his personal holiness and unwavering faith in the Catholic Church.Saint Emilian of ArmeniaSaintUnfortunately, not much information is available about his life, but his unwavering faith and dedication to God have left a lasting…ArmeniaSaint Sebastian of ArmeniaSaintNot much is known about his early life or the exact dates of his birth and death.Armenia
Blesseds
15 records
Blessed Isaias BonerBlessedBorn around the year 1400 in Cracow, Poland, Isaias Boner dedicated his life to the pursuit of theological knowledge and the salvation of…Cracow, PolandBlessed Johann Philipp JeningenBlessedHe entered the Jesuit order on 19 January 1663 in Landsberg and was ordained as a priest on 11 June 1672.Eichstätt, Bavaria, GermanyBlessed Elisa MartinezBlessedFrom a young age, Elisa felt a strong calling to religious life, and at the age of 23, she joined the Sisters of Our Lady of Charity of the…Galatina, Lecce, ItalyBlessed Dionisio RuggerBlessedAlthough information regarding his birth and death dates is not available, his extraordinary life and unwavering devotion have made him a…Blessed Esperanza de JesusBlessedShe was the eldest of nine children born to a peasant family.Santomera, Murcia, SpainBlessed Francesco de ArettoBlessedBorn in an unknown date, his exact background and early life remain a mystery.Blessed Josephina Gabriella BoninoBlessedShe came from a deeply religious and pious family that instilled in her a strong faith from an early age.Savigliano, ItalyBlessed Francesco DonsuBlessedAlthough there is limited information available about his life, his endeavors in the area of Provence (modern-day France) have left a…Blessed Peter IgneusBlessedHe dedicated his life to the Christian faith and became a Vallombrosan Benedictine monk.ItalyBlessed Jacoba de SettesoliBlessedShe lived a remarkable life as a mother, grandmother, widow, and faithful follower of Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Clare of Assisi.Torre Asturias, ItalyBlessed Alfonso de RieraBlessedUnfortunately, specific details regarding his birth, death, and other historical records are currently unavailable.Blessed Ermanno of FolignoBlessedAlthough not much is known about his early life, he is primarily recognized for his exceptional religious pursuits and miraculous abilities.FolignoBlessed Bonifacio of SienaBlessedWhile limited information is available about his life, his unwavering dedication to the Franciscan order and his virtuous existence have…Siena, ItalyBlessed Pietro IgneoBlessedBlessed Pietro Igneo , Vallombrosian, cardinal bishop of Albano At Albano in Lazio, Blessed Pietro Igneo , known as Igneus because he passed…Blessed Giuseppina Gabriella BoninoBlessedBlessed Giuseppina Gabriella Bonino , founder of the Sisters of the Holy Family in Savigliano At Savigliano in Piedmont, Blessed Giuseppina…
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