Category: Saint of the day

On May 27, the Catholic Church honors Saint Augustine of Canterbury, a missionary bishop who helped bring Christianity to England and played an important role in the growth of the Church. Saint Augustine was a Benedictine monk living in Rome when Pope Gregory the Great sent him and several monks to England in the sixth…

On May 26, the Catholic Church honors Saint Philip Neri, known as the “Apostle of Rome” because of his joyful spirit, deep holiness, and love for bringing people closer to God. Saint Philip Neri was born in Florence, Italy, in 1515. As a young man, he moved to Rome where he dedicated his life to…

On May 25, the Catholic Church honors Saint Bede the Venerable, a holy monk, historian, and Doctor of the Church known for his wisdom, humility, and deep love for Sacred Scripture. Saint Bede was born in England around the year 673. At a young age, he entered a monastery where he dedicated his life to…

On May 22, the Catholic Church honors Saint Rita of Cascia, one of the most beloved saints known for her patience, forgiveness, and trust in God during great suffering. Saint Rita was born in Italy in the 14th century. As a young woman, she desired to become a nun, but instead entered into marriage according…

On May 21, the Catholic Church honors Saint Christopher Magallanes and his companion martyrs, who courageously gave their lives for the Catholic faith during religious persecution in Mexico. Saint Christopher Magallanes was born in Mexico in 1869 and became a devoted priest known for his deep faith, charity, and dedication to serving the people. During…

On May 20, the Catholic Church honors Saint Bernardine of Siena, a great Franciscan preacher who dedicated his life to spreading devotion to Jesus and renewing the faith of the people. Born in Italy in 1380, Bernardine was known from a young age for his kindness, prayerful spirit, and care for the sick and poor.…