Tuesday
August 11
Saints
25 records
Saint PhilomenaSaintMartyrThe information about her was received through private revelation.
Saint Gaugericus of CambraiSaintFrom a young age, he displayed piety and devotion to his faith.Trier, Germany
Saint Alexander The Charcoal BurnerSaintHe was trained in philosophy and had a deep understanding of classical Greek literature.Greek
Saint Equitius of ValeriaSaintHe is remembered as a spiritual student of Saint Benedict of Nursia and a prominent figure in the spread of monasticism throughout Italy.And 490 in the area of Valeria Suburbicaria (present-day L’Aquila-Rieti-Tivoli), Abruzzi, Italy
Saint Rufinus of AssisiSaintMartyrNot much is known about his early life, but history records that he was originally the bishop of Amasea in Pontus, part of Asia Minor…Assisi
Saint Attracta of KillaraghtSaintShe was the daughter of an Irish noble and from a young age, she felt a strong calling to a religious vocation.County Sligo, Ireland
Saint Susanna of RomeSaintShe was born into a family of deep faith, being the daughter of Saint Gabinus and niece of Pope Caius.Rome
Saint AthrachtSaintIn the shadowed dawn of Christian Ireland, amidst the misty hills where the Gospel first took root, one woman stands out not for a…
Saint CassianoSaintThe light of the episcopal office shines through the fog of antiquity, illuminating the name of Cassiano, a shepherd of the faithful in the…
Blesseds Rafael Alonso Gutiérrez and Carlos Díaz GandíaSaintIn the annals of the Church, some witnesses to the faith leave behind detailed chronicles, while others are known only through the stark…
Saint Chromatius The PrefectSaintBorn in Rome, little is known about his early life, but he is widely celebrated for his conversion to Christianity and his contributions to…
Saint Digna of TodiSaintShe made a private vow of consecration to God, dedicating her life to serving Him.Todi
Saint Elian of PhiladelphiaSaintDuring his lifetime, the region experienced a period of severe food shortages, which resulted in widespread disturbances and civil unrest.Philadelphia
Saint Liadán of KillyonSaintBorn in the latter 5th century in Ireland, she was the daughter of a pagan chieftain.Latter 5th century Ireland
Saint Rusticola of ArlesSaintSaint Rusticola, also known as Marcia, was born into a noble Christian family in the year 551 in Vaison, which is now modern-day Séguret,…Vaison (in modern Séguret, France)
Blesseds
22 records
Blessed Miquel Domingo CendraBlessedHe was born on March 1, 1909, in Caseres, Tarragona, Spain.Caseres, Tarragona, Spain
Blessed Juan Bazaga PalaciosBlessedHe showed great dedication to his faith from a young age.Benamargosa, Granada, Spain
Blessed Theobald Of EnglandBlessedBlessed Theobald of England was a Mercedarian friar who dedicated his life to the redemption of Christians held captive by Muslims in…England
Blessed Rafael Alonso GutiérrezBlessedHe was married to Maria Adelaid Ruiz Glens in 1916, and together they were blessed with four daughters.Ontinyent, Valencia, Spain
Blessed Carlos Díaz GandíaBlessedAs a devout Catholic, he was baptized at the age of one day, and his strong faith would guide him throughout his life.Ontinyent, Valencia, Spain
Blessed Antoni Casany VillarrasaBlessedBorn on 4 November 1895 in Calldetenes, Barcelona, Spain, he grew up in a devout family that nurtured his strong religious convictions from…Calldetenes, Barcelona, Spain
Blessed William LampleyBlessedHe was born in Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England, and little is known about his early life.Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England
Blessed Stephen RowshamBlessedHe studied at Oriel College, Oxford University, and later served as an Anglican vicar at Saint Mary the Virgin in Oxford.Oxfordshire, England
Blessed Francisco Donazar GoñiBlessedBorn on 10 October 1893 in Iroz, Navarra, Spain, he grew up in a devout Catholic family and was known for his deep faith and commitment to…Iroz, Navarra, Spain
Blessed Miguel Romero RojasBlessedHe lived during a tumultuous period in Spanish history, which eventually led to the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War.Coín, Málaga, Spain
Blessed Benjamín Fernández De Legaria GoñiBlessedHe was the son of Tomas, a farmer, and Fermina, a school teacher who dedicated over 50 years of her life to educating children.Torralba de Río, Navarra, Spain
Blessed Ramon Rosell LaboriaBlessedHe was born on December 13, 1897, in Barcelona, Spain.Barcelona, Spain
Blessed Manuel Llop PlanaBlessedHe was born on 1 January 1896 in La Mata de Morella, a small town in the region of Castellón, Spain.La Mata de Morella, Castellón, Spain
Blessed John SandysBlessedBorn around 1552 in Lancashire, England, not much is known about his early years and education.Lancashire, England
Blessed Jeangeorges RehmBlessedHe dedicated his life to the service of God and the Catholic Church, and his unwavering faith led him to become a martyr during the…Katzenthal, Haut-Rhin, France
Blessed Marcos Leyún GoñiBlessedBorn on 7 October 1897 in Sansoáin, Navarra, Spain, he grew up in a devout Catholic family and from a young age demonstrated a strong…Sansoáin, Navarra, Spain
Blessed Armando Óscar ValdésBlessedHe was a devoted Catholic who dedicated his life to serving God as a monk and became a member of the Hospitallers of Saint John of God, a…15 January, 1891 in Havana, Cuba
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