Saint Joseph Marchand was born on 17 August 1803 in Passavant, Doubs, within the diocese of Besancon, France. He began his vocation as a seminarian in Orsan in 1821 and eventually became a priest. His dedication to his faith led him to study at the prestigious Paris Society of Foreign Missions, where he honed his skills and knowledge for the purpose of becoming a missionary. In the year 1830,...
Saint Francesco Antonio Fasani, also known as Antony Fasani, Francis Anthony Fasani, or simply Francis Fasani, was born on 6 August 1681 in Lucera, Foggia, Puglia, Italy. From an early age, he displayed exceptional piety and spiritual sensitivity. His deep love for God and his desire to serve others led him to join the Conventual Franciscan order in 1695, taking the name Francis. After his...
Saint Vincenzo Grossi, born on March 9, 1845, in Pizzighettone, Cremona, Italy, was one of seven children born to Baldassare Grossi and Maddalena Capellini. He grew up in a devout Catholic family and embraced a life dedicated to serving God and his fellow human beings.
After completing his studies, Vincenzo Grossi was ordained as a priest in the Diocese of Lodi, Italy, on May 22, 1869. He...
Saint Illtyd, also known as Elchut, Eltut, Hildutus, Illtud, Iltuto, Illtut, Iltutus, and Iltud Farchog, was a prominent figure in the early history of the Catholic Church in Wales. Born in the 5th century in Wales, his exact date of birth is not known. Though his life is shrouded in some mystery, the accounts we have provide a detailed glimpse into his significant contributions to the Church....
Saint Gerald of Beziers, also known as Gerald of Puissalicon, Guiraud of..., Geraud of..., Geraldo of..., was an Augustinian canon regular and a prominent figure in the Catholic Church. He was born around the year 1070 in Puissalicon, France. Gerald's journey in the Church began when he became a deacon in 1094. His dedication and commitment to the faith were evident as he continued his...