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.
Sunday, August 9
Luna Decrescens
Waning Crescent · 16% · Day 25.7Ordinary Time
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SaintsAugust 2026
19th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Today's Readings (USCCB)Saints Celebrated Today

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

Saint Teresa Benedicta of The Cross
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
She was the oldest of seven children born to Juan Miguel Cipitria and María Jesús Barriola.

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

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

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

Saint Marcellian of Civitavecchia
He was born in Civitavecchia, Italy, and little is known about his early life.
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Saint Felim
In the annals of early Christian Ireland, where the line between historical record and pious tradition is often blurred...

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

Saint Martin of Brive
As a young man, he encountered Christianity and underwent a profound conversion.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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