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Past Events from January 22, 2024 - February 5, 2024Martyrs' Shrine
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St. Vincent (OM)

St. Vincent of Saragossa (d. 304) is a Christian martyr and deacon, venerated as the patron saint of Spain and deacons. Born in Huesca, Spain, he served as a deacon under St. Valerius, the bishop of Saragossa, during the persecution of Christians under the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Vincent was arrested, tortured, and ultimately martyred for […]

St. Francis de Sales (M)

St. Francis de Sales (1567–1622) was a bishop, theologian, and one of the most beloved saints of the Catholic Church. Renowned for his kindness, patience, and deep spirituality, he became a guiding figure during the Counter-Reformation. As bishop of Geneva, he worked to reconcile Protestants to the Catholic Church through gentle persuasion and a pastoral […]

St. Angela Merici (OM)

St. Angela Merici (1474–1540) was an Italian religious educator and founder of the Ursuline Order, one of the first groups of women dedicated to the education of girls. Born in Desenzano, Italy, she experienced a deep spiritual vision that led her to dedicate her life to the service of God and the improvement of education […]

St. Thomas Aquinas (M)

Saint Thomas Aquinas (1225–1274) was a Dominican friar, theologian, and philosopher, widely regarded as one of the Church’s greatest thinkers. His works, particularly the Summa Theologica, integrate faith and reason, exploring topics like the existence of God, morality, and the nature of the soul. Aquinas is known for his efforts to reconcile Christian theology with […]

St. John Bosco (M)

St. John Bosco (1815–1888) was an Italian priest, educator, and founder of the Salesian Society, dedicated to the care and education of young people, especially the poor and marginalized. Driven by a deep love for youth, he created innovative educational methods that combined reason, religion, and loving-kindness. St. John Bosco founded the Salesian Sisters and […]

The Presentation of the Lord (F)

The Presentation of the Lord, or Candlemas, celebrated on February 2nd, marks the occasion when Mary and Joseph presented the infant Jesus in the Temple in Jerusalem, forty days after His birth. This event, also known as the Feast of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary, fulfills Jewish law, which required a mother to […]

Event Series St. Blaise

St. Blaise (OM)

St. Blaise, a 4th-century bishop and martyr, is best known as the patron saint of throat ailments. According to tradition, he was a physician before becoming the bishop of Sebaste in Armenia. He is said to have miraculously healed a boy choking on a fish bone, leading to his association with throat diseases. Blaise was […]

Event Series St. Ansgar

St. Ansgar (OM)

St. Ansgar, known as the "Apostle of the North," was a 9th-century missionary who played a crucial role in spreading Christianity in Scandinavia, particularly in Denmark and Sweden. Born in France around 801, he became a monk and was sent by Emperor Louis the Pious to evangelize the Nordic regions. Despite many challenges, including Viking […]

Event Series St. Agatha

St. Agatha (M)

St. Agatha, a 3rd-century Christian martyr, is revered as the patron saint of breast cancer patients, miners, and women. Born in Sicily, she was a noblewoman who devoted her life to God. During the persecution of Christians under Emperor Decius, Agatha was arrested for refusing to renounce her faith. She endured severe torture, including having […]