Wednesday
October 28
Saints
28 records
Saint Juan Alcober FigueraSaintThe life of Juan Alcober Figuera was defined by a daring commitment to the Gospel that transcended the boundaries of safety and comfort.Gerona, Spain
Saint Jude ThaddeusSaintHe was born to Cleophas and Mary, who was present at the crucifixion of Jesus and anointed his body after death.
Saint Simon The ApostleSaintSaint Simon the Apostle, also known as Nathanael of Cana, Simon Kananaios, Simon Kananites, Simon the Cananean, Simon the Zealot, and Simon…
Martyrs of AvilaSaintMartyrThe Martyrs of Avila, also known as Christeta, Sabina, and Vincent, were three courageous individuals who lived during a period of intense…Avila
Saint FerrutiusSaintAlthough little is known about his early life, it is believed that Ferrutius was born in Italy during the third century.
Saint Cyrilla of RomeSaintShe was born in Rome, Italy, and was the daughter of Saint Tryphonia of Rome, herself a devout Christian.Rome
Saint Cyril of RomeSaintNot much is known about his early life or background, but he earned his place in history by his selfless act of compassion and bravery.Rome
Saint Fidelis of ComoSaintHe is believed to have been martyred during the persecutions of Maximian Herculeus.Como
Saint Francis SerranoSaintMartyrCollaborating closely with the renowned Saint John Alcober, he labored tirelessly among the local population, fostering the Church's growth…Huéneja, Granada, Spain
Saint Genesius of ThiersSaintBorn in Thiers, a city in the Aquitaine region of modern-day France, little is known about his early life.Thiers
Saint Dorbhene of IonaSaintBorn in the 7th century, he was a relative of the renowned Saint Columba.Iona
Saint Faro of MeauxSaintBorn in the 7th century, he was the son of Count Agneric and the brother of two other notable saints, Cagnoald and Burgundofara.Meaux
Saint Abraham of EphesusSaintBorn in Ephesus in the 6th century, he gained recognition for his writings on theology and his contributions to the spread of monasticism.Ephesus
Saint Elius of LyonSaintNot much is known about his early life, but he is widely recognized for his significant contributions to the Catholic Church during a time…Lyon
Saint Eadsin of CanterburySaintBorn around 1030, Eadsin entered the religious life as a monk at Christ Church in Canterbury, England.Canterbury
Saint Rodrigo Aguilar AlemánSaintHe served as a dedicated shepherd of souls in the Diocese of Ciudad Guzmán, which encompassed the region of Uniòn de Tula.Sayula, Jalisco, Mexico
Saint Abdias of BabylonSaintThese disciples were sent ahead of Jesus to prepare the towns for his arrival and spread the message of the Gospel.Babylon
Blesseds
9 records
Blessed Germain Of TalloiresBlessedBlessed Germain of Talloires, also known as Germain of Montfort or German, was born in Montfort, France, and was the brother of Saint Ruph.Montfort, France
Blessed Octavia Iglesias BlancoBlessedShe was born on 30 November 1894 in Astorga, a city in the province of León, Spain.30 November, 1894 in Astorga, León, Spain
Blessed María Pilar Gullón YturriagaBlessedShe was the eldest of four children born to Manuel Gullón and Pilar Yturriaga.Madrid, Spain
Blessed Maria AsuncionBlessedShe was the daughter of Anacleto González and María del Rosario Trujillano.Barco de Ávila, Ávila, Spain
Blessed Claudio Julían García San RománBlessedHe grew up in a devout Catholic family and exhibited a strong calling to serve God from a young age.Puebla de Sanabria, Zamora, Spain
Blessed Olga Pérezmonteserín NúñezBlessedShe was born on 16 March 1913 in Paris, France, and later moved to Spain.Paris, France
Blessed José Ruiz BruixolaBlessedHe is revered as a martyr since he was killed during the Spanish Civil War for his unwavering dedication to his faith.Foios, Valencia, Spain
Blessed Leoncio Lope GarcíaBlessedHis life and martyrdom serve as a testament of unwavering faith and selfless dedication.Tordómar, Burgos, Spain
Blessed Einard Of ZurichBlessedBlessed Einard of Zurich, also known as Einard of Zurich, is revered as a Catholic priest hailing from Zurich, Switzerland.Zurich
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