Saint Eligius of Noyon, also known as Alar, Elaere, Elar, Elard, Eler, Eloi, Eloy, Eloye, Iler, Loie, Loije, and Loy, was born in 588 in Catelat, near Limoges, France. He was the son of Eucherius and Terrigia. From a young age, Eligius displayed exceptional talent as a metalsmith and was apprenticed to the master of the mint in Limoges. After completing his apprenticeship, Eligius served as...
Saint Joseph Marchand was born on 17 August 1803 in Passavant, Doubs, within the diocese of Besancon, France. He began his vocation as a seminarian in Orsan in 1821 and eventually became a priest. His dedication to his faith led him to study at the prestigious Paris Society of Foreign Missions, where he honed his skills and knowledge for the purpose of becoming a missionary. In the year 1830,...
Saint Francesco Antonio Fasani, also known as Antony Fasani, Francis Anthony Fasani, or simply Francis Fasani, was born on 6 August 1681 in Lucera, Foggia, Puglia, Italy. From an early age, he displayed exceptional piety and spiritual sensitivity. His deep love for God and his desire to serve others led him to join the Conventual Franciscan order in 1695, taking the name Francis. After his...
Saint Vincenzo Grossi, born on March 9, 1845, in Pizzighettone, Cremona, Italy, was one of seven children born to Baldassare Grossi and Maddalena Capellini. He grew up in a devout Catholic family and embraced a life dedicated to serving God and his fellow human beings.
After completing his studies, Vincenzo Grossi was ordained as a priest in the Diocese of Lodi, Italy, on May 22, 1869. He...
Saint Illtyd, also known as Elchut, Eltut, Hildutus, Illtud, Iltuto, Illtut, Iltutus, and Iltud Farchog, was a prominent figure in the early history of the Catholic Church in Wales. Born in the 5th century in Wales, his exact date of birth is not known. Though his life is shrouded in some mystery, the accounts we have provide a detailed glimpse into his significant contributions to the Church....