Saint Francis of Paola, born in 1416 in Italy, was a hermit and founder of the Order of Minims, a religious community devoted to poverty, humility, and strict asceticism. From a young age, he felt called to a life of solitude and prayer, eventually establishing a monastic community that emphasized simplicity and penance. Known for […]

Saint Isidore of Seville, born around 560 AD, was a scholar, theologian, and Archbishop of Seville. He is best known for his encyclopedic work, the Etymologiae, a compilation of knowledge from classical antiquity, which became a key reference in medieval scholarship. Isidore’s writings covered a broad range of subjects, including history, geography, science, and theology, […]

Saint Vincent Ferrer, born in 1350 in Spain, was a Dominican friar and preacher known for his missionary work and extraordinary sermons. He traveled extensively throughout Europe, preaching repentance and urging people to return to the faith, particularly during the turbulent times of the Western Schism. Vincent is credited with converting thousands, and his emphasis […]