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November 20

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Quadratura Ultima

Saints

35 records

Saint Gregory DecapolitesSaintBorn in the Decapolis region of Asia Minor, Gregory's early life remains shrouded in mystery, but it is known that he soon felt a deep…The Decapolis, Asia Minor Saint Gregory of DekapolisSaintThe spiritual trajectory of Gregory is marked by a rare and profound evolution of the ascetic ideal, moving through the distinct stages of…Dekapolis Saint Edmund of East AngliaSaintBorn around 841, probably in Nuremberg, Germany, he ascended to the throne of East Anglia at the tender age of 14.Nuremburg, Germany Saint Hippolytus of BelleySaintHe was born in the region of Jura, France, around the 8th century, and went on to lead a life dedicated to the service of God.Belley Saint Cyprian of CalamizziSaintHis father, a renowned physician, inspired Cyprian to study medicine himself, and he quickly gained proficiency in the field.Reggio di Calabria, Italy Saint Teonesto of VercelliSaintBorn in Vercelli, Piedmont, Italy, his life and martyrdom serve as a testament to his unwavering faith and dedication to the Gospel.Vercelli Martyred Sisters of the Christian DoctrineSaintMartyrThe Martyred Sisters of the Christian Doctrine, also known as the Sisters of the Christian Doctrine, were a group of 17 religious sisters…Saint Bernerio of EboliSaintNot much is known about his early life or family background.Spain Saint Autbodus of ValcourtSaintBorn in Ireland, Autbodus felt a deep calling to serve God and share the Gospel with others.Ireland Saint CiprianoSaintIn the rugged, olive-scarred landscapes of Southern Italy, where the spiritual heritage of the East took deep root in the Italian soil, a…Saint HippolyteSaintIn the rugged, forested landscapes where the Jura Mountains rise to meet the plains of the Lyons region, a figure of significant…Saint Sylvester of ChâlonssursaôneSaintBorn in an era when the influence of Christianity was steadily growing, Sylvester dedicated his life to serving God and guiding the…Châlonssursaône Saint Dasius of DorostorumSaintHe is revered as a martyr and a symbol of unwavering faith.Dorostorum Saint Apothemius of AngersSaintHe is best remembered for his spiritual journey as a student of Saint Martin of Tours, his ordination as a priest, and his later appointment…Greece Saint Eudo of CarmérySaintLittle is known about his early life, but it is believed that he was born in the 8th century.Carméry Saint Leo of NonantulaSaintBorn in the 10th century, details about his early life and family are scarce, but his remarkable contributions to the Church and monastic…Nonantula Saint Thespesius of NiceaSaintHe is celebrated and revered for his unwavering faith and steadfast dedication to his beliefs.Nicea Saint Nerses of SahgerdSaintBorn in Persia, little is known about his early life and upbringing.Sahgerd

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Blesseds

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Blessed Ambrose of CamaldoliBlessedHe came from a noble Tuscan family and received a comprehensive education in Venice, Italy, where he studied various arts, sciences, and…Portico di Romagna, Florence, Tuscany, Italy Blessed Maria Fortunata VitiBlessedShe was the daughter of Luigi Viti, a gambler and heavy drinker, and Anna Bono.Veroli, Frosinone, Italy Blessed Francisca Desamparados Honorata Lloret MartíBlessedWhile studying to become a teacher, Francisca Lloret felt a strong calling to religious life.Villajoyosa, Alicante, Spain Blessed Milagros Ortells GimenoBlessedMartyrShe is remembered and venerated for her unwavering faith and courage in the face of persecution.Valencia, Spain

Martyrologium Romanum

Roman Martyrology

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