Pope Saint Sixtus III, also known as Sisto III or Xystus III, was born in Rome, Italy. He was chosen as the 44th pope on the 31st of July in the year 432. During his papacy, Pope Sixtus III played a significant role in church history and made notable contributions to the Catholic Church. One of Pope Sixtus III's most notable acts was approving the decisions made at the Council of Ephesus....
Massa Candida, also known as the Martyrs of Utica or the White Company, is a group of three hundred Christians who lived during the 3rd century in Carthage, North Africa. They were devout followers of Christ and dedicated their lives to the practice of their faith. During this time, the Roman Empire was ruled by emperors who demanded that all citizens show allegiance to the Roman gods. As part...
Saint Jeanne of the Cross Delanoue, also known as Jeanne del Croi Delanoue, Johanna Delanoue, Ioanna Delanoue, or Joan Delanoue, was born on June 18, 1666, in Samur, Anjou, France. She was the youngest of twelve children born to a draper father and a mother who owned and operated a religious goods store. Jeanne's life took a significant turn when her mother passed away in 1691. Being a...
Saint Serena, also known as Serena of Rome, was a noblewoman who lived during the late 3rd century. Very little is known about her early life, including her place of birth and family background. However, her legacy is tied to her marriage to the Roman Emperor Diocletian, making her a prominent figure in Roman history. Serena's connection to Christianity was a well-guarded secret during the...
Saint Manuel Morales is one of the martyr saints of the 20th century Mexican Cristero War. Born in Sombrerete, Zacatecas, he moved to Chalchihuites, Zacatecas at a young age. He entered the Seminary of Durango but had to leave to help provide for his family. As the owner of a bakery, he married Consuelo Loera in 1921 and had three children. He was known for being a working man, a layman...