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"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, Apostle

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Saint Bartholomew, Apostle

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Saints Celebrated Today

Saint Bartholomew The Apostle

Saint
Martyr

Saint Bartholomew the Apostle, also known as Bartolomé, Bartolomeo, and Nathanael bar Tolomai, was one of the Twelve...

Saint Jane Antide Thouret

Saint

She grew up in a humble family, the daughter of a tanner.

Saint Emily De Vialar

Saint

She was the eldest of three children and the only daughter of Baron James Augustine and Antoinette de Vialar.

Saint Sandratus

Saint
Pre-Congregation

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

Saint

She was the daughter of Miguel Desmaisières y Flores, a high-ranking officer in the Spanish army, and Bernarda López de...

Saint George Limniota

Saint

In the rugged spiritual landscape of eighth-century Bithynia, where the air was thick with the scent of incense and the...

Saint Tation

Saint

Saint Bartholomew

Saint

Saint Ouen

Saint

Saint Jeanne-Antide Thouret

Saint

In an era defined by upheaval and the systematic dismantling of traditional religious structures, one woman stood as a...

Saint Taziano of Claudiopolis

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Little is known about his early life, including his exact date of birth and details of his family background.

Saint Abyce

Saint
Pre-Congregation

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

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Not much is known about his early life, but he is believed to be the brother of another saint, Saint Leofridus.

Saint Irchard

Saint
Pre-Congregation

He was born in Kincardineshire, Scotland, and little is known about his early life.

Saint Abban

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Despite the limited information available about his life, his devotion and impact on the Christian community have...

Saint Eutychius of Troas

Saint
Pre-Congregation

While some details about his life remain uncertain, his association with renowned apostles and important events in the...

Saint Patrick The Elder

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Although not much is known about his life, he played a crucial role in spreading Christianity throughout the island.

Saint George Limniotes

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Born around 635, he dedicated his life to pursuing a monastic lifestyle as a hermit amidst the tranquil surroundings of...

Saint Ouen of Rouen

Saint
Pre-Congregation

He was the son of Aiga and Saint Authaire of La-Ferté.

Saint Eptadius of Autun

Saint
Pre-Congregation

He was born into a wealthy and influential family, and from a young age, Eptadius displayed a serious nature, maturity,...

Saint Romanus of Nepi

Saint
Pre-Congregation

He served as the Bishop of Nepi, a town located in the central region of Italy, during the 1st century.

Saint Ptolemy of Nepi

Saint
Pre-Congregation

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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Saint Mercurius

Saint
Martyr

His parents were converts to Christianity and named him 'Philopateer' or 'Lover of the Father.

Saint Mercurius The Soldier

Saint

Little is known about his early life, but it is believed that he followed in his father's footsteps and became a...

Saint Mercurius of Caesarea

Saint
Martyr

He was born in Caesarea, Cappadocia, which is located in present-day Turkey.

Saint Mercury of Lentini

Saint

He is remembered for his unwavering faith and martyrdom during the persecutions of Emperor Licinius and Governor...

Saint Merewenna

Saint

She was born in the 10th century, but the exact date of her birth is unknown.

Saint Meriadoc II of Vannes

Saint

Saint Meriadoc II of Vannes, also known as Saint Meriadoc the Hermit, was born in Brittany, which was part of modern...

Saint Meriadoc of Vannes

Saint

He was born in Wales but eventually found his way to Brittany, France.

Saint Merililaun

Saint

Very little is known about his early life, but his significance lies in his journey and eventual martyrdom.

Saint Merninus

Saint

Little is known about his early life and background, but he is believed to have lived during the 6th century.

Saint Merola of Antioch

Saint

Unfortunately, historical records regarding her life and her actions have not survived, making it challenging to...

Saint Merry

Saint

Saint Merryn

Saint

Unfortunately, there is limited information available on the life and biography of Saint Merryn.

Saint Merulus of Rome

Saint

Not much is known about his early years or his family background, but his devout and pious life made a lasting impact...

Saint Mesme

Saint

Saint Mesmin

Saint

Saint Mesrop

Saint

Saint Mesrop The Teacher

Saint

Saint Mesrop the Teacher (c.

Saint Messalina of Foligno

Saint
Martyr

Born in the third century, details of her early life remain scarce.

Saint Methodius

Saint

After studying and later teaching

Saint Methodius of Constantinople

Saint

Born in the 8th century in Syracuse, Sicily, Methodius received a thorough education in his hometown, particularly in...

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