Friday
May 22
Saints
36 records
Saint Fulgencio of OtricoliSaintHis remarkable story of courage and unwavering faith has been passed down through generations, and Pope Saint Gregory the Great himself…Otricoli
Saint Julia of CorsicaSaintMartyrShe experienced a tragic turn of events when she was captured by invading Vandals in 616 and subsequently sold into slavery to a pagan…6th to 7th century Carthaginian
Saint Basiliscus of PontusSaintHe served as the Bishop of Comana in Pontus, a region located in modern-day Turkey.Pontus
Saint Emilius The MartyrSaintMartyrSaint Emilius, also known as Aemilius or Emilio, was a Christian martyr who lived during the 3rd century.
Saint Bobo of ProvenceSaintBorn in Provence, France, he lived during a time of great turmoil, particularly due to the threat of Saracen invasions.Provence, France
Saint Romanus of SubiacoSaintBorn sometime in the late 5th century, the exact details of his birth and early life remain largely unknown.Subiaco
Saint Atto of PistoiaSaintHe was born in Pistoia, Italy, and little is known about his early life.Pistoia
Saint Baoithin of EnnisboyneSaintTitle: Saint Baoithin of Ennisboyne: Patron Saint of Ennisboyne, Ireland Introduction: Saint Baoithin of Ennisboyne, also known as Baithin…Irish
Saint JulieSaintIn the vast tapestry of early Christian witness, there are figures whose names are preserved in the liturgical calendars despite the…
Saint HumilitySaintAt the young age of 15, she entered into a marriage with a nobleman named Ugoletto.Faenza, Italy
Saint Aigulf of BourgesSaintHe was born in Bourges and received a well-rounded education, which contributed to his later spiritual pursuits.Bourges, France
Saint Maria Rita Lópes Pontes De Souza BritoSaintShe was born on May 26, 1914, in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, and dedicated her life to serving the poor and marginalized communities.Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
Saint Aureliano of PaviaSaintUnfortunately, due to the lack of surviving records about his life, many later writers invented sensational tales regarding his death and…Pavia
Saint Ausonius of AngoulêmeSaintHe was a spiritual student of Saint Martial of Limoges and went on to become the first Bishop of Angoulême, a city in present-day France.Angoulême
Saint Lupo of LimogesSaintBorn in an affluent family during the 6th century, Lupo dedicated his life to serving God and the Church.Limoges
Saint Venustus The MartyrSaintMartyrWhile not much is known about his representation or specific patronage, his memory and sacrifice are commemorated by the faithful on May…
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- Saint Boethian of Pierrepont
- Saint Lupicinus of Verona
- Saint Margaret of Hulme
- Saint Ausone
- Martyrs of Palermo
- Saint Zota of Cyrene
- Saint Castus The Martyr
- Saint Marcian of Ravenna
- Saint Conall of Inniscoel
- Saint Basiliscus
- Saint Timothy The Martyr
- Saint Helen of Auxerre
- Saint Laurensô Phạm Viết Ngôn
- Saint Umiltà
- Saint Cyprian writes
- Saint Atto
- Saint Quitterie
- Saint Loup
Blesseds
12 records
Blessed John ForestBlessedAs a young man, he joined the Friars Minor of the Regular Observance at Greenwich, England, in his late teens, dedicating his life to the…Oxford, England
Blessed Giusto SamperBlessedBorn in an unknown year, he lived during the 13th and 14th centuries and his exact birthdate remains obscure.
Blessed Giacomo SolerBlessedUnfortunately, various details regarding his personal background such as his birth and death dates, veneration status, representation, and…
Blessed Dionisio SenmartinBlessedLittle is known about his early life, including his exact birth date; however, his remarkable actions and strong faith have left a lasting…
Blessed José Quintas DuránBlessedMartyrHe was born on 21 November 1914 in Almería, Spain.Almeria Spain
Blessed Diego De BajaBlessedUnfortunately, specific details about his birth, death, and venerated status remain unknown.
Blessed Fulk Of CastrofurliBlessedBlessed Fulk of Castrofurli, also known as Folco, was a devout pilgrim hailing from the region of Castrofuli, Italy during the sixth…Castrofurli
Blessed Matthias Of ArimaBlessedBlessed Matthias of Arima, also known as Matthias of Omura or Mattia, was a layman catechist who dedicated his life to spreading the faith…Kazusagoko, Japan
Blessed Francisco Salinas SánchezBlessedHe had a deep aspiration to join the Franciscan Friars Minor and dedicate his life to serving God and his fellow brothers and sisters.Almeria Spain
Blessed MatthiasBlessed
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