Saint Theophilus of Bulgaria, also known as Theophilus of Constantinople, was a devout Benedictine monk who lived in Asia Minor during the eighth century. He is remembered for his unwavering faith and his courageous defense of the veneration of icons, even in the face of intense persecution. Not much is known about the early life of Saint Theophilus of Bulgaria, including his birth date and...
Saint Verissimus of Lisbon, also known as Verissimus of Braga, was a Christian martyr who lived during the reign of Diocletian in the early 4th century. He was born in Lisbon, Portugal, and was martyred alongside his sisters, Saint Julia of Lisbon and Saint Maxima of Lisbon, during the intense persecution of Christians under the Roman Emperor. Little is known about the early life of Saint...
Saint Francis Borgia, also known as Francisco de Borja y Aragon, was born on October 28, 1510, in Gandia, a city located in Valencia, Spain. He came from a noble lineage, being the great-grandson of Pope Alexander VI, the grandson of King Ferdinand of Aragon, and the son of Duke Juan Borgia. As a member of the aristocracy, Saint Francis received an excellent education. He was raised at the...
Originally, September 29 was the Feast of the Dedication of the Basilica of St. Michael at Monte Gargano. The other two archangels had their own feast day celebrations. In the new liturgical calendar published in 1969, all three archangels were grouped together on September 29 as a way to simplify the calendar.
Michael the Archangel is named in the Book of Daniel, the Letter of St. Jude,...
Blessed Francis Piani, also known as Francis of Caldarola or Francis of Calderola, was born in 1424 in the small farming community of Caldarola, Macerata, Italy. Coming from humble beginnings, he witnessed the struggles and hardships faced by his fellow villagers, particularly at the hands of high-interest money lenders and pawn dealers. This experience deeply impacted Francis and motivated...