Blessed Benvenuta Bojani, also known as Benvenuta Boiani, was born on 4 May 1254 in Cividale del Friuli, Italy. She was the youngest of seven daughters, and from a young age, she displayed a deep aversion to worldly and vain pursuits. So committed was she to a life of self-denial that, at the tender age of twelve, Benvenuta began voluntarily wearing hair shirts and a rope belt. However, as she...
Saint Honoratus of Vercelli, also known as Honoratus of Vercelli, was a renowned spiritual figure and bishop in the early Catholic Church. Born around 330 in Vercelli, Italy, he embarked on a journey of deep spiritual realization under the guidance of Saint Eusebius. This spiritual mentorship played a significant role in shaping Honoratus' life and future contributions to the Church. In...
Saint Cyrilla of Rome, also known as Cirilla, was a revered Catholic saint who lived during the early years of Christianity. She was born in Rome, Italy, and was the daughter of Saint Tryphonia of Rome, herself a devout Christian. Although not much is known about her early life, it is believed that Cyrilla was raised in a pious and religiously inclined family. Cyrilla gained prominence for her...
Saint Abraham The Poor, also known as Abraham the Child and Abraham the Hermit, was a remarkable disciple and devout follower of Saint Pachomius of Tabenna. Born in Menuf, Egypt, it is believed that he entered the monastic life at an early age, dedicating his entire existence to the pursuit of holiness and the love of God. Abraham's journey as a disciple began when he joined the monastic...
Blessed Bonaventura of Potenza, also known as Antonio Carlo Gerardo Lavanca, was born on January 4, 1651, in Potenza, Naples, Italy. He joined the Friars Minor Conventual at the young age of 15, becoming a member of their religious order.
Throughout his life, Blessed Bonaventura served as a home missioner in southern Italy, ministering from various convents in Campania Aversa, Maddaloni,...