Tuesday
May 6, 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 Francis De Montmorency LavalSaintSaint Francis de Montmorency Laval, also known as François de Montmorency Laval, was born on 30 April 1623 in Montigny-sur-Avre, Normandy,…Montigny-sur-Avre, Normandy, FranceSaint Venerius of MilanSaintHe is remembered as a close friend and associate of several prominent saints, including Saint Paulinus of Nola, Saint Delphinus of…MilanSaint François de Laval de MontmorencySaintFrançois de Laval, born on April 30, 1623, and passing away on May 6, 1708, was a pivotal figure in the establishment of Catholicism in New…Saint BenedettaSaintIn the annals of the early Church, few testimonies carry the weight of those penned by Pope Gregory the Great.Saint Marianus of LambesaSaintHe is recognized as a lector and a martyr for his unwavering faith and dedication to spreading the Gospel.LambesaSaint Venustus of AfricaSaintWhile there is limited information available about his life, his devotion and sacrifice have not been forgotten.AfricaSaint Petronax of Monte CassinoSaintHe was born around 670 in Brescia, Lombardy, in northern Italy.Brescia, Lombardy, northern ItalySaint Lucius of CyreneSaintHe is mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles by Saint Luke the Apostle.CyreneSaint James of NumidiaSaintHe lived during a time of intense persecution of the faithful under the rule of Emperor Valerian.NumidiaSaint Benedicta of RomeSaintLittle is known about her early life or family background, but she is most famously remembered for her close friendship with Saint Galla,…RomeSaint Justus of VienneSaintBorn in an unknown date, Justus dedicated his life to spreading the teachings of Jesus Christ and establishing the Christian faith in the…VienneSaint HeliodorusSaintNot much is known about his life prior to his martyrdom, but his steadfast faith and unwavering dedication to Christ have made him a…Saint Edbert of LindisfarneSaintBorn in 7th century England, he devoted his life to serving God and his fellowmen, leaving a profound impact on the religious community…EnglandSaint Evodius of AntiochSaintHe is believed to have been one of the 72 disciples commissioned by Jesus and served as a priest and Bishop of Antioch.AntiochSaint Colman of Loch EchinSaintWhile no details of his life have survived, his inclusion in these martyrologies suggests that he was venerated as a holy figure in early…Loch EchinSaint Protogenes of SyriaSaintAmidst the persecution, the Catholic bishop of Edessa, Barsete, was sent into exile, prompting Protogene and a fellow priest named Eulogius…Edessa, SyriaSaint Theodotus of KyreniaSaintHe is revered as a martyr, having been imprisoned, tortured, and ultimately executed during the persecutions of Licinius.KyreniaSaint AcutaSaintAs a pre-Congregation saint, she lived and died for her faith before the formal canonization process was established.
Blesseds
15 records
Blessed Pierre I Of TarantasiaBlessedBlessed Pierre I of Tarantasia, also known as Pierre l'Ancien, Pierre the Elder, Pierre Ier de Tarentaise, or Pierre of Tarentaise the…Latter 11th century FranceBlessed Anna Rosa GattornoBlessedShe was one of six children born into the pious and affluent family of Francesco Benedetta and Adelaide Campanella Benedetta.Genoa, ItalyBlessed Maria Catalina TroianiBlessedShe was the third of four children born to Tommaso Troiani and Teresa Panici.Giuliano di Roma, ItalyBlessed Ponzio Of BarellisBlessedLittle is known about his early life, but he distinguished himself academically by receiving a doctorate in civil law.Toulouse, FranceBlessed Jacinto Vera Y DuránBlessedHe hailed from a humble farming family and spent his youth working in the fields alongside his family members.Onboard a ship on the Atlantic Ocean off Ilha de Santa Catarina, Florianópolis, BrazilBlessed Henryk KaczorowskiBlessedKnown for his strong faith and compassionate nature, he served as a spiritual mentor and guide to many seminarians under his care.Bierzwiennej, Wielkopolskie, PolandBlessed Peter De TornamiraBlessedHe dedicated his life to the service of God and worked tirelessly to help those in need.Blessed William TandiBlessedHe was associated with the convent of San Michele del Monte in Zaragoza, Spain, where he resided and carried out his religious duties.Blessed Edward JonesBlessedHe was raised in the Anglican faith, but his spiritual journey eventually led him to embrace Catholicism.WalesBlessed Bartolomeo PuccifranceschiBlessedHe was born into a wealthy Tuscan noble family and enjoyed a comfortable upbringing.Latter 13th century in Montepulciano, Tuscany, ItalyBlessed Kazimierz GostyńskiBlessedHe dedicated his life to the service of God and his flock, becoming a zealous parish priest and a respected teacher.Warsaw, PolandBlessed Anthony MiddletonBlessedHe was the son of Ambrose Middleton from Barnard Castle, Durham, and Cecil, the daughter of Anthony Crackenthorpe from Howgill Castle,…Middleton Tyas, North Yorkshire, EnglandBlessed Prudence CastoriBlessedBorn in Milan, Italy, her exact birthdate is not known, but she lived during the 15th century.Milan, ItalyBlessed Bartolomeo Pucci-FranceschiBlessedBlessed Maria Caterina di Santa Rosa da ViterboBlessed
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