Saint Marie Nicolas Antoine Daveluy, also known as Antonio Daveluy, was born into a prominent and pious family on 16 March 1818, in the parish of Saint-Leu, Amiens, Somme, France. His father was a factory owner, city councilman, and government official, providing a comfortable upbringing for Antoine and his siblings. Two of his brothers would eventually follow in their brother’s...
Blessed Cecilia Attendoli of Cotignola, also known as Cecilia Codignola of Vigevano, was a renowned Poor Clare nun who dedicated her life to God in the monastery of Santa Chiara in Mortara, Italy. Although not much is known about her, historical accounts testify to her exemplary virtues and remarkable reputation as a miracle worker.
Cecilia was likely born in the latter part of the 15th...
Saint Stephen Harding, also known as Stephen of Citeaux, Esteban, Etienne, Stefano, or Stevan, was born around 1060 in Meriot, Sherborne, England. He hailed from the English nobility but had a somewhat mis-spent youth. However, he was eventually drawn to the religious life and entered the Benedictine Sherborne Abbey. Following the Norman conquest of England in 1066, Stephen left the monastic...
Saint Matthew of Beauvais, also known as Matteo di Beauvais, was a valiant soldier and knight who lived during the time of the First Crusade. He was born in Beauvais, France, and little is known about his early life and upbringing. Matthew's name first appears in historical records when he joined the ranks of Christian warriors who set out on the First Crusade in 1096. This military...
Saint Emanuele of Rome, also known as Emmanuel of Rome, was a martyr who lived and died in the early days of the Church in Rome, Italy. Unfortunately, not much information about his life and background is available. Saint Emanuele's martyrdom took place during a period of intense persecution against Christians in Rome. Despite the lack of detailed accounts, his unwavering faith and...