The Saints
"All the faithful of Christ are called to the fullness of the Christian life" (Lumen Gentium 40). These men and women show us what a life surrendered to Christ looks like. Explore their feast days and let their witness draw you closer to Jesus.
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Saint Bartholomew The Apostle
Saint Bartholomew the Apostle, also known as Bartolomé, Bartolomeo, and Nathanael bar Tolomai, was one of the Twelve...
Saint Jane Antide Thouret
She grew up in a humble family, the daughter of a tanner.
Saint Emily De Vialar
She was the eldest of three children and the only daughter of Baron James Augustine and Antoinette de Vialar.
Saint Sandratus
He was born in an era of great political and religious turmoil, where tensions between different factions vying for...
Saint María Micaela of The Blessed Sacrament
She was the daughter of Miguel Desmaisières y Flores, a high-ranking officer in the Spanish army, and Bernarda López de...
Saint George Limniota
In the rugged spiritual landscape of eighth-century Bithynia, where the air was thick with the scent of incense and the...
Saint Tation
Saint Bartholomew
Saint Ouen
Saint Jeanne-Antide Thouret
In an era defined by upheaval and the systematic dismantling of traditional religious structures, one woman stood as a...
Saint Taziano of Claudiopolis
Little is known about his early life, including his exact date of birth and details of his family background.
Saint Abyce
Little is known about her early life and background, but it is believed that she dedicated her life to serving God and...
Saint Agofridus of Lacroix
Not much is known about his early life, but he is believed to be the brother of another saint, Saint Leofridus.
Saint Irchard
He was born in Kincardineshire, Scotland, and little is known about his early life.
Saint Abban
Despite the limited information available about his life, his devotion and impact on the Christian community have...
Saint Eutychius of Troas
While some details about his life remain uncertain, his association with renowned apostles and important events in the...
Saint Patrick The Elder
Although not much is known about his life, he played a crucial role in spreading Christianity throughout the island.
Saint George Limniotes
Born around 635, he dedicated his life to pursuing a monastic lifestyle as a hermit amidst the tranquil surroundings of...
Saint Ouen of Rouen
He was the son of Aiga and Saint Authaire of La-Ferté.
Saint Eptadius of Autun
He was born into a wealthy and influential family, and from a young age, Eptadius displayed a serious nature, maturity,...
Saint Romanus of Nepi
He served as the Bishop of Nepi, a town located in the central region of Italy, during the 1st century.
Saint Ptolemy of Nepi
Born in the 1st century, he is believed to have been a spiritual student of Saint Peter the Apostle, which greatly...
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Page 340Saint Maximus of Auvergne
He was born in the third century in Auvergne, France, and little is known about his early life and family background.
Saint Maximus of Brescia
Born in Brescia, Italy, his exact dates of birth and early life remain unknown.
Saint Maximus of Caesarea
Born in Cappadocia, in modern-day Turkey, Maximus dedicated his life to spreading the teachings of Christianity amidst...
Saint Maximus of Chinon
He was born around the year 470 and is believed to have received his spiritual education under the guidance of Saint...
Saint Maximus of Clermont
Very little is known about his early life, but his courageous actions and steadfast faith have earned him a place in...
Saint Maximus of Cravagliana
Born in Cravagliana, Italy, his exact dates of birth and early life are not well-documented.
Saint Maximus of Cumae
While there is limited information available about his life, his bravery and commitment to his faith have earned him a...
Saint Maximus of Durostorum
Regrettably, very little information has survived concerning his life and specific acts of martyrdom.
Saint Maximus of Ephesus
Not much is known about his early life or background, but he is remembered for his unwavering faith and courageous...
Saint Maximus of Evreux
Sent by Pope Damasus I as a missionary to Gaul, Maximus labored to bring the light of the Gospel to the pagan peoples...
Saint Maximus of Illyria
Born in Illyria, a region in the Western Balkans, Saint Maximus lived during the early Christian era, around the 3rd...
Saint Maximus of Jerusalem
Born in Jerusalem in the 3rd century, Maximus embraced his faith with unwavering conviction.
Saint Maximus of Mainz
He served as the Bishop of Mainz, Germany from 354 until his death in 378, and is remembered for his steadfast defense...
Saint Maximus of Naples
Born in Naples, Italy, he dedicated his life to serving the Church, eventually becoming the Bishop of Naples in the...
Saint Maximus of Nola
He was born in Nola, Italy, in the early third century and dedicated his life to the service of God.
Saint Maximus of Ostia
He was one of a group of Christians who were martyred during the persecutions of Alexander Severus.
Saint Maximus of Padua
Although information about his life is limited, he is widely recognized as a highly revered figure and miracle worker.
Saint Maximus of Pavia
Not much is known about his early life, but historical records indicate that he lived during the early part of the 6th...
Saint Maximus of Persia
Little is known about his early life, but it is believed that he was raised in the Christian faith and grew up with a...
Saint Maximus of Riez
He was raised in a Christian home and from a young age, showed a strong inclination towards the religious life.
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