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The saints the Church has canonized, from the apostles and the martyrs of the first centuries to those raised to the altars in our own day. Each record holds the feast day and, where they are known, the places of the life and the causes for which the saint is invoked. Begin with a name, with today, or with one of the ways in.

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Saint Aquila of EgyptHe is recognized for his martyrdom during the persecutions of Maximinus Daza, making him a revered figure within the Catholic Church.EgyptSaint Aquila of TrebizondThe rugged highlands of the Pontus mountains offered a stark sanctuary for Aquila, a woman who sought refuge among wild beasts, believing…TrebizondSaint Aquila the MartyrMartyrMarried to Saint Severian, they both embraced their faith and dedicated their lives to spreading the teachings of Christianity.Saint Aquila the Tent MakerNot much is known about his background or family, but he was born in Pontus, which was a region in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey).Saint AquilinThe transition from the rigors of military service to the pastoral care of souls is a rare testament to the transformative power of grace.Saint Aquilina of SyriaShe was born into a devout Christian family and grew up in a time of severe persecution under the Roman Emperor Diocletian.SyriaSaint Aquilina the MartyrMartyrShe was the sister of Saint Niceta and both siblings were born into a pagan family in the ancient city of Byblos, located in present-day…Saint Aquilinus of EvreuxBorn around 620 in Bayeux, France, little is known about his early life and family background.EvreuxSaint Aquilinus of FossombroneMartyrLittle information has survived regarding his early life, family background, or any specific details about his vocation or mission.FossombroneSaint Aquilinus of IsauriaUnfortunately, very little detailed information has survived about his life and the circumstances of his martyrdom.IsauriaSaint Aquilinus of MilanBorn in Bavaria, Germany, little is known about his early life, but his fervent devotion to the Catholic faith became evident in his later…MilanSaint Arabia of NicaeaUnfortunately, very little information is available about her life, and her representation remains unknown.NicaeaSaint Arator of AlexandriaUnfortunately, very little information about his life has survived, making it challenging to provide a comprehensive biography.AlexandriaSaint Arator of VerdunHe lived during the fifth century and played a significant role in the development of the Catholic Church in his region.VerdunSaint Arbeo of FreisingBorn around the year 723 in Mais, which is now modern-day Meran, South Tyrol, Italy, Arbeo dedicated his life to serving God and became…FreisingSaint ArbogastIn the annals of the early Gallic church, few names shine with the quiet dignity of the prelate known as Arbogast.Saint Arbogast of StrasbourgWhile there is little recorded information about his childhood, there are several legends surrounding his early life.StrasbourgSaint ArcadiusMartyrIn the rugged landscapes of North Africa, amidst the ruins of a once-great Roman province, a quiet hero emerged from the shadows.Saint Arcadius of BourgesHe belonged to the Gallo-Roman aristocracy and was the son of Count Apollinaire.BourgesSaint Arcadius of ConstantinopleHe was the son of Saint Xenophon and Saint Mary, both of whom belonged to the wealthy governing class of the city.Constantinople

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