Saint Bretannion of Tomi, also known as Bretannione, was a revered saint and bishop of Tomi, Scythia, which is now known as Constanta, Romania. Born in the late 4th century, he played a significant role in defending the orthodox faith against the heresy of Arianism. Little is known about Bretannion's early life or his family background. However, his legacy as a faithful servant of the...
Saint Sabinian of Troyes, also known as Sabiniano, Sabinianus, Savinian, or Savinien, was the brother of Saint Sabina of Troyes. He was born in Samos, Greece, and was raised as a pagan. However, he became disillusioned with his life in Samos and sought a different path. Sabinian embarked on a journey to Gaul, where he encountered Saint Patroclus of Troyes. It was through their meeting that...
The Espousal of the Blessed Virgin Mary or Marriage of the Virgin Mary is a Christian feast that is celebrated by certain communities within the Catholic Church, such as the Oblates of Saint Joseph. It was formerly generally observed on January 23, but was removed from many local calendars by the Sacred Congregation of Rites.
In Matthew 1:16, Joseph is described as the husband of Mary. It...
Saint Vincent Pallotti, also known as Vincent Pallotti, was a Catholic priest born on 21 April 1795 in Rome, Italy. He hailed from a noble Italian family and had a privileged upbringing. As a young man, he was drawn to the priesthood and dedicated his life to serving God and his fellow human beings. After completing his theological studies, Pallotti became a renowned teacher of theology....
Saint Eulogius of Tarragona, also known as Eulogius of Tarragona, was a deacon in Tarragona, Spain, during the third century. He is revered as a martyr and is closely associated with his companions, Saint Fructuosus and Saint Augurius. Together, they played prominent roles in spreading and strengthening the Christian faith in their region. During this time, Emperor Valerian implemented a...