Tuesday, August 5, 2025

The Great Cloud of Witnesses

St. Adelelmus of Le Mans Read more

St. Adelelmus of Le Mans

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...
Fr. Lawrence Jagdfeld, O.F.M. 87
Pope St. Cletus Read more

Pope St. Cletus

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 Little is known about Pope Saint Cletus's life and papacy, as historical documents provide scarce information.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...
Fr. Lawrence Jagdfeld, O.F.M. 133
St. Anianus of Alexandria Read more

St. Anianus of Alexandria

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...
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St. Mary Elizabeth Hesselblad Read more

St. Mary Elizabeth Hesselblad

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...
Fr. Lawrence Jagdfeld, O.F.M. 117
St. Gerard of Toul Read more

St. Gerard of Toul

Saint Gerard of Toul, also known as Gerhard, was born in 935 to a noble family in Cologne, Germany. Even as a young boy, he displayed great piety and devotion to his faith. Gerard received a solid education in Cologne, studying theology and various languages, including Greek and Latin. Tragedy struck Gerard's life when his mother was tragically killed by a lightning strike. This event...
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