Thursday
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, SpainSaint 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 ApostleSaintHis designation as the Cananean or Zealot stems from his fervent commitment to the Jewish law.Martyrs of AvilaSaintMartyrThe Martyrs of Avila, also known as Christeta, Sabina, and Vincent, were three courageous individuals who lived during a period of intense…AvilaSaint FerrutiusSaintAlthough little is known about his early life, it is believed that Ferrutius was born in Italy during the third century.Saint Francisco Díaz del RincónSaintAt a young age, he joined the Dominican Order in Ecija and professed his religious vows on 12 September 1731.Ecija, Seville, SpainSaint Cyrilla of RomeSaintShe was born in Rome, Italy, and was the daughter of Saint Tryphonia of Rome, herself a devout Christian.RomeSaint 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.RomeSaint Fidelis of ComoSaintMartyrHe is believed to have been martyred during the persecutions of Maximian Herculeus.ComoSaint Francis SerranoSaintMartyrCollaborating closely with the renowned Saint John Alcober, he labored tirelessly among the local population, fostering the Church's growth…Huéneja, Granada, SpainSaint Genesius of ThiersSaintBorn in Thiers, a city in the Aquitaine region of modern-day France, little is known about his early life.ThiersSaint Dorbhene of IonaSaintBorn in the 7th century, he was a relative of the renowned Saint Columba.IonaSaint 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.MeauxSaint 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.EphesusSaint 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…LyonSaint Eadsin of CanterburySaintBorn around 1030, Eadsin entered the religious life as a monk at Christ Church in Canterbury, England.CanterburySaint 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, MexicoSaint 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 TalloiresBlessedHe dedicated himself to a life of faith and scholarship, studying theology at the University of Paris for several years.Montfort, FranceBlessed 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, SpainBlessed María Pilar Gullón YturriagaBlessedShe was the eldest of four children born to Manuel Gullón and Pilar Yturriaga.Madrid, SpainBlessed Maria AsuncionBlessedShe was the daughter of Anacleto González and María del Rosario Trujillano.Barco de Ávila, Ávila, SpainBlessed 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, SpainBlessed Olga Pérezmonteserín NúñezBlessedShe was born on 16 March 1913 in Paris, France, and later moved to Spain.Paris, FranceBlessed 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, SpainBlessed Leoncio Lope GarcíaBlessedHis life and martyrdom serve as a testament of unwavering faith and selfless dedication.Tordómar, Burgos, SpainBlessed Einard of ZurichBlessedInformation about his early life and background remains scarce, but Einard devoted his life to serving God and the faithful in the region.Zurich
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