Saints Jonas, Barachisius, and Companions
Despite cruel tortures, the two brothers remained steadfast in the Faith. New and more horrible torments were then devised under which at last they yielded up their lives, while their pure souls winged their flight to heaven, there to gain the martyr's crown, which they had so faithfully won.
Saint Oliver Plunkett
Saint Oliver Plunkett was the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland. He was executed by the English Crown as the last victim of the Popish Plot.
Memorial of Mary, Mother of the Church
Instituted by Pope Francis in 2018, the Memorial of Mary, Mother of the Church celebrates her role as mother to Christians.
Feast of The Exaltation of the Holy Cross
The Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross celebrates Christ's sacrifice and victory over sin.
Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows
The Seven Sorrows of Mary feast originated in 1239 by the Servite Order, focusing on Mary's anguish during Christ's Crucifixion and encompassing events across her life.
Pope Saint Cornelius
Pope Saint Cornelius faced challenges from apostates and the Rigorists, but upheld that repentant lapsi could rejoin the Church with proper penance, before dying a martyr.
Saint Joseph of Cupertino
Saint Joseph of Cupertino (1603–1663), famed for levitations and deep piety, is patron of air travelers, aviators, and students facing exams.
Saint Hildegard of Bingen
Saint Hildegard of Bingen, Doctor of the Church, was a pioneering medieval figure, excelling in theology, music, and mysticism.
Saint Januarius
St. Januarius, bishop of Beneventum, miraculously survived torture. His congealed blood, preserved in Naples, liquefies thrice annually, symbolizing hope and protection against calamities.
Saint Eustace
Saint Eustace, a Roman general transformed by a divine vision, faced trials for his faith and is venerated by hunters, often depicted with a stag.
