Wednesday
June 21
Saints
26 records
Saint Demetria of RomeSaintAmidst the shadow cast by the apostasy of a Roman Emperor, a family stood as a beacon of unwavering fidelity to the Christian faith.RomeSaint Alban of MainzSaintMartyrBorn in either Greece or Albania (sources vary), he dedicated his life to serving God and spreading the teachings of the Catholic Church.Greek or Albanian (sources vary)Saint Leutfridus of LacroixSaintHe came from a noble family and was the brother of another saint, Saint Agofredus.Near Évreux, FranceSaint Mewan of BretagneSaintMewan was born in Cornwall, England, in an era marked by the transition from paganism to Christianity.BretagneSaint Aloysius GonzagaSaintHe was born into the Italian nobility, as the son of Ferdinand Gonzaga, a prince in the Holy Roman Empire, who unfortunately had a gambling…The family castle of Castiglione delle Stivieri in Montua, Lombardy, ItalySaint John RigbySaintMartyrBorn in 1570 at Harrack Hall in Wigan, Lancashire, John was initially raised as a Protestant.Harrack Hall, Wigan, Lancashire, EnglandSaint Lazarus the LeperSaintLittle is known about his life, but his story has left a lasting impact on the faith, especially in relation to leprosy.Saint Ralph of BourgesSaintHe was born in the early 9th century and dedicated his life to serving God and the Church.BourgesSaint Raymond of BarbastroSaintHe was born in Durban-sur-Arize in the diocese of Toulouse, France, but later became closely associated with the city of Barbastro in…Durban-sur-Arize, FranceSaint José Isabel Flores VarelaSaintSaint Jose Isabel Flores Varela, also known as Father Jose Flores, was born on November 28, 1866, in Teul, Zacatecas, Mexico.Teul, Zacatecas, MexicoSaint EngelmundSaintThough not much is known about his early life, it is believed that Engelmund was born in England.EnglandSaint Suibhne the SageSaintWhile the exact duration of his bishopric remains uncertain due to limited historical records, it is widely believed to have lasted between…Saint Urciscenus of PaviaSaintHe faithfully served his see for a remarkable period of 33 years.PaviaSaint CorbmacSaintHe was deeply inspired and guided by the teachings of Saint Columba, a revered spiritual leader of that time.Saint Martin of TongresSaintBorn in the 6th century, Martin dedicated his life to the service of God and to spreading the teachings of the Catholic Church.TongresSaint Martia of SyracuseSaintVery little is known about her, but her devotion to her faith and her ultimate sacrifice have made her a revered figure in the Catholic…SyracuseSaint Dominic of ComacchioSaintHe is believed to have been born around the year 770, though little is known about his early life or family background.ComacchioSaint Apollinaris of AfricaSaintVery little information about him has survived, making it challenging to construct a comprehensive biography.Africa
Blesseds
7 records
Blessed Melchiorre della PaceBlessedAlthough specific details regarding his birth, death, veneration, and beatification are unavailable, his legacy is well-documented, focusing…Blessed ColagiaBlessedHailing from Barcelona, Spain, she flourished as a great spiritual teacher, providing invaluable guidance and instruction to her sisters.Barcelona, SpainBlessed Juan of JesusBlessedHe was associated with the convent of Saint Eulalia in Seville, Spain, where he faithfully served for much of his life.Blessed Nicholas PlutzerBlessedHis early life was marked by his privileged upbringing, but he soon became notorious for a dramatic incident that would radically alter the…Bohemia (in the area of modern Czech Republic)Blessed Jacquesmorelle DupasBlessedHe dedicated his life to serving God and his community as a priest in the diocese of Poitiers.Ruffec, Charente, FranceBlessed Jacques-Morelle DupasBlessedBlessed Jacques-Morelle Dupas , priest and martyr of France On a prison ship anchored in front of Rochefort in France, Blessed…Blessed Tommaso da OrvietoBlessedBlessed Tommaso da Orvieto , Servite religious At Orvieto in Umbria, Blessed Tommaso da Orvieto , religious of the Order of the Servants of…
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