Saint Caedmon, also known as Cædmon, Cadfan, or Cedmon, was a layman cowherd who would later be recognized as the first known poet of vernacular English. Born in the British Isles, possibly of Celtic origin, Caedmon lived in the 7th century. Although details about his early life are scarce, his story and impact on Christian literature are remarkable. Caedmon's life changed dramatically...
Saint Porfirio, also known as Porfyrius, Porphyry, or Porphyrius, was an Imperial executioner during the reign of Emperor Septimius Severus. Although initially tasked with persecuting and murdering Christians, Porfirio's encounters with the courageous faith of those he executed had a profound impact on him. In time, he began to question his own beliefs and started examining the Christian...
Saint Raynald of Nocera, also known as Rinaldo, was born into a noble family as the eldest son of the Count of Postignano around the year 1150. Despite the expectations for a life in politics, Raynald felt a deep calling to the religious life. Raynald received a good education and was well-prepared for a future in leadership and governance. However, he made the decision to renounce his worldly...
Blessed Jacoba De Settesoli, also known as Jacqueline, was born in 1190 in Torre Asturias, Italy, to a noble family. She lived a remarkable life as a mother, grandmother, widow, and faithful follower of Saint Francis of Assisi and Saint Clare of Assisi.
As a Franciscan tertiary, Jacoba embraced the ideals of poverty, humility, and joyful service to others. Her deep devotion to God and her...
Saint Giovanni of Triora, also known as Francesco Maria Lantrua, was born on 15 March 1760 in Triora, Imperia, Italy. He was the son of Antonio Maria Lantrua and Maria Pasqua Ferraironi. Francesco received his education in Barnabite schools and later joined the Franciscan Friars Minor in Rome on 9 March 1777, just before his 17th birthday. Taking the name Giovanni, he went on to be ordained as...