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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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Sunday, August 9

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FEAST OF THE LORD
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Saints Celebrated Today

Saint Marianne Cope

Saint Marianne Cope

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She was born into a poor working-class family and was one of eight children.

Saint Teresa Benedicta of The Cross

Saint Teresa Benedicta of The Cross

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As a young girl, Edith Stein lost faith and interest in Judaism when she was just thirteen years old.

Saint Candida Maria De Jesus Cipitria Y Barriola

Saint Candida Maria De Jesus Cipitria Y Barriola

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She was the oldest of seven children born to Juan Miguel Cipitria and María Jesús Barriola.

Saint Stephen of Burgos

Saint Stephen of Burgos

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Pre-Congregation

He lived during a tumultuous period of the Christian-Muslim conflict in the Iberian Peninsula, and he ultimately met a...

Saint Romanus Ostiarius

Saint Romanus Ostiarius

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Martyr
Pre-Congregation

Born in Rome, Italy, during the 3rd century, he lived during a time of great persecution against Christians under the...

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Saint Nath Í

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Saint Falco

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In the rugged, olive-draped landscapes of Southern Italy, where the mountains meet the sea, a profound silence once...

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Saint Romano

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Vincenzo Romano, born Vincenzo Domenico Romano on June 3, 1751, in Torre del Greco, Naples, Italy, was a Roman Catholic...

Saint Maurilio of Rouen

Saint Maurilio of Rouen

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Showing great intellectual promise, he pursued his theological studies in Liege, Belgium, and in Saxony, modern-day...

Saint Marcellian of Civitavecchia

Saint Marcellian of Civitavecchia

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Pre-Congregation

He was born in Civitavecchia, Italy, and little is known about his early life.

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Saint Felim

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In the annals of early Christian Ireland, where the line between historical record and pious tradition is often blurred...

Saint Secundian of Civitavecchia

Saint Secundian of Civitavecchia

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Pre-Congregation

He met his martyrdom during the persecutions of Decius, becoming a revered figure in the Catholic Church.

Saint Martin of Brive

Saint Martin of Brive

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Pre-Congregation

As a young man, he encountered Christianity and underwent a profound conversion.

Saint Amor of Franchecomté

Saint Amor of Franchecomté

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Pre-Congregation

His story has been lost over time, making it difficult to provide a detailed account of his life and works.

Saint Bandaridus of Soissons

Saint Bandaridus of Soissons

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Pre-Congregation

Born in an unknown date, he was ordained as a bishop and dedicated his life to serving God and spreading the teachings...

Saint Domitian of Châlons

Saint Domitian of Châlons

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Pre-Congregation

He served as the bishop of Châlons-sur-Marne, a town in France, and played a vital role in the religious and spiritual...

Saint Rusticus of Sirmium

Saint Rusticus of Sirmium

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Pre-Congregation

He hailed from Sirmium, a city located in Pannonia, which is present-day Sremska Mitrovica, Serbia.

Saint Numidicus of Carthage

Saint Numidicus of Carthage

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Pre-Congregation

Although not much is known about his early life, Saint Numidicus is remembered for his steadfast faith and martyrdom...

Saint Verian of Civitavecchia

Saint Verian of Civitavecchia

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Pre-Congregation

Born in an unspecified date, Verian hailed from Civitavecchia, a port city located in present-day Italy.

Saint Rusticus of Verona

Saint Rusticus of Verona

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Pre-Congregation

Little is known about his early life, but historical records indicate that he was born in North Africa and eventually...

Saint Phelim

Saint Phelim

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Pre-Congregation

He is recognized as a hermit and the first bishop of Kilmore, Ireland.

Saint Nathy

Saint Nathy

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Unfortunately, there is limited reliable information available about his early life.

Saint Firmus of Verona

Saint Firmus of Verona

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Pre-Congregation

Not much is known about his early life and upbringing, but he is believed to have been a devout and courageous follower...

Saint Autor of Metz

Saint Autor of Metz

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Pre-Congregation

Born in the mid-5th century, he was initially a cobbler by trade but later became the 13th bishop of Metz, serving the...

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205 Martyrs of Japan

205 Martyrs of Japan

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Martyr

The 205 Martyrs of Japan, also known as the Martyrs of Nagasaki, are a group of individuals who were martyred for their...

262 Martyrs of Rome

262 Martyrs of Rome

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Martyr

The 262 Martyrs of Rome, also known as the 262 Random Christians Martyred Together, were a group of individuals who...

40 Martyrs In North Africa

40 Martyrs In North Africa

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Martyr

The 40 Martyrs in North Africa, also known as the Holy Forty Martyrs or simply the Martyrs of North Africa, were a...

47 Martyrs of Rome

47 Martyrs of Rome

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Martyr

The 47 Martyrs of Rome, also known as the 47 Roman Martyrs, refer to a group of individuals who were baptized into the...

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7 Sleepers of Ephesus

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The extraordinary testimony of faith found in Ephesus centers on a group whose lives were suspended between the...

Abbey of Fontenelle

Abbey of Fontenelle

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The abbey was founded in 649 by Saint Wandrille, a Burgundian nobleman who had renounced his wealth and status to...

Abbots of Cluny

Abbots of Cluny

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The Abbots of Cluny were a group of renowned Catholic religious leaders who played a significant role in the history of...

Abraham The Patriarch

Abraham The Patriarch

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Abraham, also known as Abram, is an Old Testament patriarch, revered as the founder of the Hebrew nation and the father...

Abrahamite Monks

Abrahamite Monks

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The Abrahamite Monks, also known as the Martyrs of Constantinople, were a group of courageous monks who lived during...

Adam The Patriarch

Adam The Patriarch

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He is believed to have lived in the Garden of Eden until he was expelled by God.

All The Holy Ancestors of Christ

All The Holy Ancestors of Christ

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As their name suggests, they represent a collective recognition of all the individuals who were directly related to...

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