Friday
November 6
Saints
29 records
Saint Winnoc of WormhoultSaintSome sources suggest that his father was Saint Judicael, adding further prestige to his lineage.Wales
Saint Melaine of RennesSaintHe lived during a crucial period in the history of Gaul when the Franks were conquering the region.Placet, Brittany (in modern France)
Saint Severus of BarcelonaSaintHe is acknowledged as the Bishop of Barcelona, Spain, during a tumultuous period in history.Barcelona
Saint Paul of ConstantinopleSaintBorn in Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) around the 3rd century, he exhibited a deep devotion to Christ from a young age.Constantinople
Saint IlltydSaintBorn in the 5th century in Wales, his exact date of birth is not known.Wales
Saint Theobald of DoratSaintFrom an early age, he exhibited a deep reverence for the Catholic faith and a desire to serve God.Bazeuge, France
Saint LeonardSaintBorn around 500 AD, Leonard converted to Christianity along with King Clovis I at Christmas in 496.
Saint IlltudSaintHe founded the monastery and divinity school of Bangor Illtyd in Llanilltud Fawr (Llantwit Major) in Glamorgan, Wales, around the 6th…
Saint Israel of LimogesSaintFrom an early age, he showed great piety and a deep commitment to his faith.Dorat, France
Saint Edwen of NorthumbriaSaintBorn during a time of great political and religious turmoil, Edwen's life was marked by her unwavering faith and dedication to her vocation.Northumbria
Saint Felix of GenoaSaintAlthough not much is known about his early life, his contributions to the development of the Christian faith in Genoa and his teachings…Genoa
Saint Stephen of AptSaintBorn in the year 975 in Agde, France, he led an inspiring life as the Bishop of Apt, a town located in present-day southeastern France.Agde, France
Saint Protasius of LausanneSaintNoted for his severe self-denial and devotion to the poor and marginalized, he left a lasting impact on the Kingdom of Burgundy,…Lausanne
Saint Barlaam of NovgorodSaintBlessed with a strong inclination towards the spiritual life from a young age, Barlaam's devotion and desire for a closer union with God…Novgorod, Russia
Saint Demetrian of CyprusSaintHe was born in the town of Sika, Cyprus, and little is known about his early life.Sika, Cyprus
Saint Valentine of GenoaSaintAlthough information about his early life is scarce, it is believed that he was born in Genoa and displayed great potential from an early…Genoa
Saint Efflam of BrittanySaintHis life and achievements have become the source of inspiration for many believers throughout centuries.Brittany
Blesseds
9 records
Blessed Christina Of StommelnBlessedBlessed Christina of Stommeln, also known as Christina Bruzo, Christina Bruso, Kristina Bruso, or Kristina Bruzo, was born on July 24,…Stommeln, duchy of Juilliers (part of modern Germany)
Blessed Thomas Ochia JihyoeBlessedBoth of his parents served as catechists and tragically died as martyrs for their faith.Omura, Nagasaki, Japan
Blessed Bernard Of ApianoBlessedRenowned for his personal piety, strict adherence to the Mercedarian rule, and his extensive education, he became an inspiration to many…Apiano
Blessed Victor ChumillasfernándezBlessedHe was the son of Alfonso and Catalina Chumillas-Fernández, devout and pious parents who raised six children in a strong Catholic…Olmeda del Rey, Cuenca, Spain
Blessed Leonianus Of AutunBlessedBlessed Leonianus of Autun, also known as Leonianus of Gaul, was a lay man who lived during the 6th century.Pannonia (part of modern Hungary)
Blessed Rusticus Of VallombrosaBlessedBlessed Rusticus of Vallombrosa, also known as Rustico, was a devoted friend, co-worker, and spiritual student of Saint John Gualbert.6 November or 12 March (records vary) in 1092 at the Vallombrosa abbey of natural causes
Blessed Simon Of AulneBlessedBlessed Simon of Aulne, also known as Simon of Aulne, was a Cistercian lay brother at the Aulne Abbey, located in the diocese of Liege,…Aulne
Blessed Beatrice Of OliveBlessedBlessed Beatrice of Olive, also known as Beatrice de l'Olive, was a Cistercian nun at the convent of the Olive in Morlanwelz, Belgium.Olive
Blessed María Carmen Lacaba Andía and 13 CompanionsBlessedMartyrThe best known of the fourteen is Mother María Carmen Lacaba Andía, superior of the monastery in Madrid.
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