St. Gianna Beretta Molla was an Italian pediatrician born in Magenta in the Kingdom of Italy on October 4, 1922. She was the tenth of thirteen children in her family. At three-years-old, Gianna and her family moved to Bergamo, and she grew up in the Lombardy region of Italy. As a young girl, Gianna openly accepted her faith and the Catholic-Christian education provided to her from her loving...

Saint Adelelmus of Le Mans, also known as Adelelmus of Etival, Adelelmus of Flanders, Adelermus, Adelhelm, Adelinus, Alleaume, Adelelmo, Adelermo, or Adelino, was a revered medieval figure in the Catholic Church. Born in Flanders, Belgium, his exact birthdate remains unknown, but historical records indicate that he lived during the 12th century. Not much is known about Adelelmus' early...

Pope Saint Cletus, also known as Anacletus, was the third Pope of the Catholic Church, succeeding Saint Peter. Born in Greece, he was brought to the faith by Saint Peter himself and ordained as a priest by the apostle. Little is known about Pope Saint Cletus's life and papacy, as historical documents provide scarce information. However, it is widely believed that he served as Pope...

Saint Anianus of Alexandria, also known as Anian or Annianus, was a prominent figure in early Christianity. He is primarily recognized as the successor to Saint Mark the Evangelist and the second bishop of Alexandria, Egypt. Though little is known about his early life, his contributions to the spread of Christianity in Alexandria and his sainthood are well-documented. Anianus began his journey...

Saint Mary Elizabeth Hesselblad, also known as Maria Elizabetta Hesselblad, was born on June 4, 1870, in Faglavik, Alvsborg province, Sweden. She was the fifth of thirteen children born to Augusto Roberto Hesselblad and Cajsa Pettesdotter Dag. Raised in the Reformed Church of Sweden, Saint Mary Elizabeth's family faced economic hardships, leading to frequent moves. Seeking work to support...