Pope Saint Vitalian, also known as Vitalianus, was born in Segni, Campania, Italy, although not much is known about his early life and family, besides being the son of Anastasius. He rose to prominence after being elected as the 76th Pope of the Catholic Church in 657. During his pontificate, Pope Vitalian faced constant conflicts with the patriarchs and leaders of the Eastern Church. These...

Saint Alberic of Citeaux, also known as Alberic of Aubrey, was a renowned Catholic saint and a key figure in the establishment of the Cistercian Order. Born in the early 11th century, Alberic initially lived as a hermit at Collan in Chatillon-sur-Seine, France. During his time as a hermit, Alberic encountered Saint Robert of Molesme, who shared his desire to live a life dedicated to God...

Saint Dwynwen, also known as Donwen, Donwenna, Dunwen, or Dwyn, was a beautiful and pious daughter of King Brychan of Brecknock, a Welsh king from the 5th century. Known for her virtue, Dwynwen captured the hearts of many suitors with her charm and grace. One particular suitor, a young man named Maelon, fell deeply in love with Dwynwen and desired to marry her. Although she returned his...

The Hieromartyr Babylas and with him the three youths Urban, Prilidian, Epolonius and their mother Christodoula died as martyrs under the emperor Decius (249-251). During his stay in their city of Antioch, the emperor arranged for a large festival in honor of the pagan gods. At the same time, Babylas, the holy and God-fearing Bishop of Antioch, was serving the Divine Liturgy in church. He...

Saint Ildephonsus of Toledo, also known as Idelfonso, Ildefonso, or Ildefonsus, was born in 607 in Toledo, Spain. He came from a noble family and was the nephew of Saint Eugene of Toledo. From an early age, Ildephonsus showed immense devotion to the Catholic faith, and this led him to pursue his studies under the guidance of Saint Isidore of Seville in Seville, Spain. After completing his...