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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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Saints Celebrated Today

Saint David Roldánlara

Saint

Tragedy struck his family at a young age, as his father passed away when David was only a year old.

Assumption of The Blessed Virgin Mary

Observance

It commemorates the belief that the Virgin Mary, following her earthly life, was assumed body and soul into heaven.

Saint Simplician of Milan

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Raised in a Christian family, he grew up with a deep devotion to the Catholic faith.

Saint Arduinus of Rimini

Saint

Arduinus was born in Rimini, Italy, and dedicated his life to the service of God from an early age.

Saint Arnulphus of Soissons

Saint

Eleventh-century nobleman of Brabant (in modern Belgium).

Saint Luis Batiz Sainz

Saint

From a young age, he demonstrated remarkable piety and devotion to his faith.

Saint Manuel Moralez

Saint

He grew up in a poverty-stricken family and faced several challenges throughout his life.

Saint Salvador Lara Puente

Saint

He grew up in a devout Catholic family and developed a strong religious faith from a young age.

Saint Alypius

Saint

Saint Simpliciano

Saint

Saint Tarsicio

Saint

Saint Alfredo

Saint

The enduring stone structures of Hildesheim stand as a silent testament to the pastoral vision of a prelate whose name...

Saint Hyacinth of Poland

Saint

The true distinction of this holy man lies not in the specifics of his birth or death, which remain shrouded in the...

Saint Napoleon of Alexandria

Saint
Martyr
Pre-Congregation

Born in Egypt, little is known about his early life and family background.

Saint Stanislaus Kostka

Saint

He was born into a noble family and was the son of a senator.

Saint Alipius of Tagaste

Saint

Born in Tagaste, North Africa, he has come to be remembered as a close friend and companion of Saint Augustine of...

Saint Tarcisius

Saint
Martyr
Pre-Congregation

Despite the limited information available about his life, his martyrdom story and his veneration over the centuries...

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Saint Archippus

Saint

In the vast tapestry of the early Church, where the names of martyrs and bishops often dominate the historical record,...

Saint Archippus of Colossi

Saint

According to tradition, he was one of the 72 disciples chosen by Jesus to spread his teachings.

Saint Archmimus of Africa

Saint

While limited information is available regarding his life, historical documents indicate that he valiantly stood firm...

Saint Arconce

Saint

The Rhone river has flowed through the heart of France for millennia, a waterway that has carried the tides of history,...

Saint Arcontius of Brioude

Saint

Although not much is known about his life, his unwavering faith and dedication to the Christian faith have made him a...

Saint Arcontius of Viviers

Saint
Martyr

Born in an unknown year, Saint Arcontius dedicated his life to serving the Church and defending its rights.

Saint Ardaing

Saint

In the rolling hills of Burgundy, where the soil is rich with centuries of Christian devotion, stands the memory of a...

Saint Ardalion The Actor

Saint

While some details of his early life remain unknown, it is believed that Ardalion was born in the third century,...

Saint Ardanus of Tournus

Saint

Born in the 11th century, little is known about his early life, but he dedicated himself to a life of devotion and...

Saint Ardo Smaragdus

Saint

Ardo Smaragdus (died March 843 AD) was a hagiographer who entered the monastery of Aniane in Hérault as a boy, probably...

Saint Ardo of Aniane

Saint

Born in Languedoc, which is a region located in modern-day France, Smaragdus entered the religious life and became a...

Saint Arduin of Gallinaro

Saint

Not much is known about his early life and background, but he is revered as a saint for his piety, devotion, and his...

Saint Arduinus of Rimini

Saint

Arduinus was born in Rimini, Italy, and dedicated his life to the service of God from an early age.

Saint Arduinus of Trepino

Saint

While some sources suggest that he may have been an English pilgrim to holy sites in southern Italy, no reliable...

Saint Arealdo of Brescia

Saint

He is honored for his martyrdom alongside his sons, Carillo and Oderico, at the hands of invading Lombards.

Saint Aredius of Limoges

Saint

His legacy extends to the village of Saint Yrieux, which developed around the monastery and was named in his honor.

Saint Aredius of Lyons

Saint

Born around the year 536, not much is known about his early life and background.

Saint Areta of Najran

Saint

He, along with his wife and children, became part of the group known as the Martyrs of Najran.

Saint Aretas of Rome

Saint
Martyr

Unfortunately, very little is known about his life and background, as historical documents have not preserved much...

Saint Arethas

Saint

He was born in 427 and met his martyrdom in 523 in Nedshran (Negran; Najran; Nagran), Arabia.

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