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 381Saint Perpetua of Rome
Born in the 2nd century, she was married to a pagan imperial Roman army officer, but her life took a profound turn when...
Saint Perpetuus of Tours
He was closely related to two other revered saints, Saint Eustachius of Tours and Saint Volusianus of Tours.
Saint Perpète of Tongres
He was the son of Count Ostierne, belonging to a noble family.
Saint Perseveranda of Poitiers
She was born in Spain and lived during the 8th century.
Saint Peter
1 BC – AD 64/68), was one of the Twelve Apostles and a central figure in the early Christian Church.
Saint Peter Absalon
Unfortunately, very little information has survived regarding his life and deeds.
Saint Peter Arbues
From an early age, his parents recognized his intellectual gifts and ensured that he received a well-rounded education.
Saint Peter Balsam
He was born in Palestine and came to prominence during the persecutions of Emperor Maximinus in the early 4th century.
Saint Peter Balsamus
Born in Anea, near Eleutheropolis, he faced persecution during the Diocletianic Persecution.
Saint Peter Canisius
He was the son of Jacob Canisius, a wealthy burgomeister, and Ægidia van Houweningen, who passed away shortly after his...
Saint Peter Chanel
He came from a humble peasant family and began his life as a shepherd.
Saint Peter Chrysologus
He was born in 406 in Imola, Italy, and later became a prominent adult convert to Christianity.
Saint Peter Claver
He came from a humble background as the son of farmers but displayed exceptional academic ability.
Saint Peter Crisci of Foligno
As a young man, Peter led a reckless and sinful life, indulging in worldly pleasures.
Saint Peter Damian
He was the youngest child in a large but impoverished family of local nobility.
Saint Peter Faber
He came from a humble farm family and spent his youth working as a shepherd.
Saint Peter Fourier
Born on November 30, 1565, in Mirecourt, Lorraine (modern France), he would go on to become a revered saint, known for...
Saint Peter Gonzales
He hailed from the Castilian nobility and spent his youth indulging in worldly pursuits.
Saint Peter I of Vercelli
He served as the bishop of Vercelli, Italy in 978 and played a significant role in the spiritual and political affairs...
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