Friday
October 16
Saints
29 records
Saint Gerard MajellaSaintHe was the son of a tailor who unfortunately passed away when Gerard was just 12 years old.Muro, Italy
Saint Mummolinus of NoyonSaintBorn in Constance, Scotland, his life was dedicated to faith and service, leaving a lasting impact on the Church and those around him.Constance, Scotland
Saint Vitalis of NoirmoutierSaintBorn in England, the exact date of his birth remains unknown.England
Saint GallSaintHe was born around 545 in Ireland and was the younger brother of Saint Deicola.Ireland
Saint Eliphius of ToulSaintBorn in Ireland, little is known about his early life and upbringing.Ireland
Saint Florentinus of TrierSaintHe was born in Trier, Germany, and is renowned for his role in the early Christian community and his commitment to serving the people.Trier
Saint Victor of CologneSaintHe is celebrated as a martyr for his unwavering faith and commitment to Christ.Cologne
Saint Bertrand of CommingesSaintHe came from a military family, and his parents had expected him to pursue a military career.France
Saint LullSaintBorn in the 8th century, Lull became a monk at Malmesbury Abbey in England, where he dedicated his life to prayer, meditation, and the…
Saint Hedwig of AndechsSaintShe was the daughter of Berthold IV, Duke of Merania.Castle Andechs, Bavaria (part of modern Germany)
Saint Longinus The CenturianSaintSaint Longinus, also known as Longino, was a well-known figure in Christian history and is revered as a martyr and a convert.Cappadocia
Saint Gaudericus of MirepoixSaintHis life was marked by a profound devotion to the Mother of God, and he is celebrated as a model of faithful piety and humble service.Mirepoix
Saint JunianSaintFrom a young age, Junian felt a deep calling to religious life and devoted himself to a life of solitude and spirituality.
Saint Anastasius of TomboleniaSaintHe lived during the medieval period, where he played a significant role in the monastic life of the Catholic Church.Venice, Italy
Saint Balderic of MontfauconSaintBorn a prince, Balderic was the son of King Sigebert I of Austrasia, which was located in the eastern region of modern-day France.Montfaucon
Saint Conogan of QuimperSaintBorn in the 5th century, the exact details of his birth and early life remain unknown, but his impact on the faith and his dedication to…Quimper
Saint Amandus of LimogesSaintLittle is known about his early life, but he is believed to have received a good education and upbringing befitting his noble status.Hungary
Saint Eremberta of WierreSaintShe is remembered for her dedication to the religious life and her service as the abbess of Wierre-aux-Bois Abbey in France, which was…Wierre
Blesseds
8 records
Blessed Augustine ThevarparampilBlessedHe was born on 1 April 1891 in Ramapuram, Kerala, India.Ramapuram, Kerala, India
Blessed Ferdinand PerezBlessedBorn in Castile, Spain, Ferdinand felt a calling to carry out acts of mercy and redemption.Castile, Spain
Blessed Luigi BlancBlessedHe lived during the thirteenth century and dedicated his life to the mission of rescuing Christians who were enslaved by Muslim Saracens in…Aragon, Spain
Blessed Józef JankowskiBlessedHe was the second of eight children born to Robert and Michalina Jankowski.Czyczkowy, Kujawsko-Pomorskie, Poland
Blessed Gerald Of FossanuovaBlessedBlessed Gerald of Fossanuova, also known as Gerald of Clairvaux, Géraud, Geraldo, or Geraldus, was a renowned Cistercian monk and abbot.Lombardy, Italy
Blessed Joan Viñuela FlechaBlessedHe was born on 2nd June 1910 in Navatejera, Lleida, Spain, to a humble and religious family.Navatejera, Lleida, Spain
Blessed Jesús Villaverde AndrésBlessedMartyrHe was born on 4 December 1877 in San Miguel de Dueñas, León, Spain, and his life was dedicated to serving God and spreading the teachings…San Miguel de Dueñas, León, Spain
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