Wednesday
September 29
Saints
31 records
Saint Jan of DuklaSaintHe was born in 1414 in Dukla, a town located in the Podkarpackie region of Poland.Dukla, Podkarpackie, PolandSaint John of DuklaSaintIn the annals of holiness, there exists a category of saints whose names are whispered rather than proclaimed, whose sanctity is measured…DuklaSaint RhipsimeSaintShe is honored as one of the first Christian martyrs of Armenia, and her life story has been the subject of various fanciful tales.Saint Maurice of CarnoetSaintHe displayed a deep love for learning from an early age and went on to study at the prestigious University of Paris.Brittany (in modern France)Saint Lazaro of KyotoSaintBorn in Kyoto, Japan, Lazaro led a remarkable life that exemplified the true essence of a devout and dedicated Catholic.Kyoto, JapanSaint Liutwin of TrierSaint, Liudvino of...Austrasia (eastern modern France)Saint Grimoaldus of PontecorvoSaintNot much is known about his early life or family background, but he is believed to have lived around the 12th century.PontecorvoSaint Michael the ArchangelSaintHis name, from the Hebrew, is itself a battle cry: Who is like God?Saint Gabriel the ArchangelSaintIn the book of Daniel he interprets the prophet’s visions; in the Gospel of Luke he announces the birth of John the Baptist to Zechariah…Saint Diethardus of EichstättSaintAlthough limited information exists about his life, his contributions and impact on the local Christian community have left a lasting…EichstättSaint Dadas of PersiaSaintBorn around 310 AD in Persia, he hailed from a noble family and was closely related to King Shapur II.PersiaSaint Quiriacus of PalestineSaintBorn in Greece, he dedicated his life to pursuing a solitary existence in the pursuit of holiness.GreeceSaint Catholdus of EichstättSaintAlthough not much is known about his early life, his tireless efforts in spreading the teachings of Christianity make him a remarkable…EichstättSaint CasdoeSaintShe is counted among the early martyrs who bravely held onto their faith despite immense pressure and persecution from the authorities.PersianMartyrs of ThraceSaintMartyrThe Martyrs of Thrace were a group of three Christian men who were brutally murdered in Thrace for their unwavering faith.ThraceSaint Sapor of PersiaSaintHe is celebrated as a courageous martyr who willingly gave his life for his faith.PersiaSaint GudeliaSaintShe is believed to have been martyred in the persecutions led by Shapur II, the Sassanian King of Persia.Saint Gabdelas of PersiaSaintWhile some details of his life remain shrouded in mystery, his martyrdom alongside his parents, Saints Dadas and Casdoes, is a testament to…Persia
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Blesseds
27 records
Blessed Nicola da Forca PalenaBlessedNot much is known about his early life and family background.Forca, Chieti in the former Papal States (modern Italy)Blessed Charles of BloisBlessedFrom a young age, Charles felt a strong calling to join the Franciscan friars, drawn by their devotion to poverty, humility, and service to…BloisBlessed Richard Rolle de HampoleBlessedBorn around 1300 in Thornton, Yorkshire, England, he displayed exceptional academic prowess from a young age and pursued his education at…Thornton, Yorkshire, EnglandBlessed Luigi MonzaBlessedHe came from a humble farming family and felt a calling to the priesthood from a young age.Cislago, Varese, ItalyBlessed John de MontmirailBlessedHe received a well-rounded education, being taught both religion by his mother and secular sciences in various schools.Blessed Santiago Mestre IborraBlessedHe was the seventh of nine children born to Onofre Mestre and Mercedes Iborra.Rafelbuñol, Valencia, SpainBlessed Darío Hernández MoratóBlessedBlessed Dario Hernández Morató, also known as Dario Hernandez, was born on 25 October 1880 in Valencia, Spain.Valencia, SpainBlessed Vicente Sales GenovésBlessedMartyrHe was born on 15 October 1881 in Valencia, Spain.Valencia, SpainBlessed AlericusBlessedLittle is known about his early life, including his birthdate and exact place of birth.Blessed Pau Bori PuigBlessedHe was born on 12 November 1864 in Vilet de Maldá, Tarragona, Spain, and later dedicated his life to serving God and the Catholic Church.Vilet de Maldá, Tarragona, SpainBlessed Antonio Arribas HortigüelaBlessedHe was also known as a father figure to many of the young boys he taught and mentored at the minor seminary of the Missionaries of the…Cardeñadijo, Burgos, SpainBlessed Virgilio Edreira MosqueraBlessedHe is honored for his unwavering faith and his ultimate sacrifice in defending his beliefs.La Coruña, SpainBlessed Francesc de Paula Castelló AleuBlessedHe was the youngest of three children, and unfortunately, his father passed away while Francesc was just an infant.Alicante, SpainBlessed Antonio Martínez LópezBlessedHe dedicated his life to the service of God and his community, faithfully carrying out his pastoral duties.Almeria SpainBlessed Francisco Edreira MosqueraBlessedHe is remembered as a martyr who lost his life during the Spanish Civil War.La Coruña, SpainBlessed Gumersindo Gómez RodríguezBlessedHe made his profession in 1929, committing his life to serving God and the people as a missionary.Benuza, Astorga, SpainBlessed José Vergara EchevarriaBlessedHe joined the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart and was ordained a priest in 1934.Almándoz, Navarra, SpainBlessed José Rescalvo RuizBlessedThroughout his life, he demonstrated a deep devotion to his faith and a strong desire to serve God and His people.Juviles, Granada, Spain
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