Wednesday
February 26, 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
21 records
Saint Alexander of AlexandriaSaintBorn in the 3rd century in northern Egypt, he displayed a deep piety from his youth and dedicated his life to serving God and His Church.Northern EgyptSaint Porphyrius of GazaSaintFrom our understanding of historical documents, not much is known about his early life, but it is believed that he came from a privileged…Thessalonica, GreeceSaint Paula of Saint Joseph of CalasanzSaintShe was the daughter of Ramon and Vicenta Fornes Montal and grew up in a large and devoutly Catholic family.Arenys de Mar, near Barcelona, SpainSaint Victor the HermitSaintHe received a pious upbringing and was well-educated in both secular and spiritual matters.Plancy, Troyes, FranceSaint AgricoleSaintThe enduring memory of a shepherd who served a specific see in ancient Gaul stands as a testament to the quiet faithfulness that undergirded…Saint AndreaSaintThe pastoral care of the Church in Tuscany has long been anchored by the See of Florence, a diocese where the light of the Gospel has shone…Saint IreneSaintLittle is known about her early life, except that at the age of around 14, she had a life-changing encounter that altered the course of her…Saint Faustinian of BolognaSaintAlthough information about his early life is scarce, it is believed that he was of noble birth and received an excellent education.BolognaSaint EthneaSaintShe is mentioned in the "Acts" of Saint Patrick, which recount the missionary activities of the great saint in Ireland.Saint Andrew of FlorenceSaintBorn in Florence, Italy, Andrew rose to prominence as the Bishop of Florence during the 5th century.FlorenceSaint Agricola of NeversSaintBorn in the 6th century, he served as the Bishop of Nevers, France, from 570 to 594.NeversSaint Flavianus of ComoSaintHe served as the Bishop of Como from the year 553 until his passing in 566.ComoSaint FelixSaintNevertheless, we can still honor his memory and acknowledge his sacrifice for the faith.Saint Servulus of VeronaSaintWhile there is limited information available about his life, his contributions to the Church and his devotion to his flock have made him a…VeronaSaint Eutropia of LentiniSaintShe was born in Lentini, Sicily, Italy, during a time when Christianity was not yet widely accepted.LentiniSaint FortunatusSaintUnfortunately, not much information has survived regarding the life and background of Saint Fortunatus.Saint Dionysius of AugsburgSaintHe is believed to have been the uncle of Saint Afra of Augsburg, who also played a significant role in the spread of Christianity.AugsburgSaint Paula de San José de Calasanz Montal FornésSaintSaint Paula de San José de Calasanz Montal Fornés , virgin, founder of the Sisters of Pious Schools At Olésa of Montserrat near Barcelona in…
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Blesseds
13 records
Blessed Edigna of PuchBlessedHowever, the details of her background and royal connections remain shrouded in uncertainty.PuchBlessed Piedad de La Cruz Ortiz RealBlessedShe was the fifth of eight children born to José and Tomasa Ortiz.Bocairente, Valencia, SpainBlessed Robert DruryBlessedHe pursued his studies at the English College in Rheims, France, in 1588, and later at the English College in Valladolid, Spain, in 1590.Buckinghamshire, EnglandBlessed Martino MartiniBlessedLittle is known about his early life, but it is documented that he converted to Christianity and became deeply devoted to his faith.Blessed Adalbert of TegernseeBlessedHe is widely recognized for his significant contributions in the establishment of the Tegernsee Abbey in Bavaria, Germany, as well as…TegernseeBlessed Ottokar of TegernseeBlessedBorn into nobility, he held the title of Count of Tegernsee, a position reflecting his local prominence.TegernseeBlessed Michela Ranzi of VercelliBlessedShe is often associated with the Ranzi family of blessed individuals, including Blessed Demosthenes Ranzi, Blessed Angela Bartolomea dei…VercelliBlessed Leo of SaintbertinBlessedHe was born in unknown date and place, but his life and works are celebrated every year on the 26th of February.SaintbertinBlessed Arnold of StrombergBlessedAlongside his companion Walter, Arnold joined the Cistercians and dedicated his life to prayer and the monastic way of living.StrombergBlessed Mechthild of SponheimBlessedBorn in the area of modern Germany, her exact birthdate is unknown.The area of modern GermanyBlessed Francisco Bejarano FernándezBlessedMartyrHe dedicated his life to serving the community of Añora, where he was born on June 1, 1877.Añora, Córdoba, SpainBlessed Giuseppe RossiBlessedMartyrGiuseppe Rossi was born at Varallo Pombia near Novara in 1912 into a poor and religious family.Varallo Pombia, Novara, ItalyBlessed Ulrik of ObermarchtalBlessedBorn in an era now obscured by history, his early years were spent at the Mönchsrot monastery in Memmingen, Germany, where he embraced the…Germany
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