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.
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.
Feast of The Exaltation of the Holy Cross
The Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross celebrates Christ's sacrifice and victory over sin.
Saint John Chrysostom
Saint John Chrysostom (347–407 AD): Eloquent Archbishop of Constantinople, exiled after conflicts with Empress Eudoxia, known as "golden-mouthed."
Most Holy Name of Mary
Following Jewish custom, Mary was named eight days post-birth. The Feast of the Holy Name of Mary comes after her Birthday, similar to Jesus after Christmas.
Saint Paphnutius
Saint Paphnutius, an Egyptian ascetic and bishop, endured persecution, defended faith at Nicaea, and supported clerical marriage tradition.
Saint Nicholas of Tolentino
Saint Nicholas of Tolentino, born in 1245 in Ancona, Italy, was an Augustinian friar known for preaching, miracles, and compassionate service.
Saint Peter Claver
Saint Peter Claver dedicated his life to aiding slaves in Cartagena, baptizing 300,000.
The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin
The Feast of Mary's Birth honors her unique role and anticipates Jesus' birth, linking Mary closely to the story of salvation in Christian tradition.
Saint Cloud
Saint Cloud was a Merovingian prince who became a monk, performed miracles, and founded a monastery in Nogent in 560.
