Saint Guy of Pomposa, also known as Guido, Guion, Wido, Wit, and Witen, was born in Ravenna, Italy. In his youth, Guy was known for his meticulousness when it came to his clothing and appearance. However, one day he had a profound realization that this focus on outer beauty was merely vanity. Moved by this realization, he renounced his fine clothes and adopted the humble attire of a beggar....

Saint Pierre Aumaître was born on 8 April 1837 in Aizecq, Charente, France. He was the eldest of five children in a peasant family, with his father working as a farmer and his mother as a seamstress. From an early age, Pierre felt a strong calling to the priesthood. Pierre's journey towards priesthood was not easy, but he was determined to follow his vocation. He walked seven miles a day...

Saint Jonas of Hubaham, also known as Jonah of Hubaham, was a devout monk who became known for his unwavering faith and dedication to ministering to Christians imprisoned for their faith in Persia. He is believed to have been born in Beth-Asa, Persia, although little is known about his early life. Jonas embarked on a spiritual journey alongside his brother, Saint Barachisius, who was also a...

Saint Augusta of Treviso, also known as Augusta of Ceneda, Augusta di Serravalle, Augusta of Tarvisium, or Augusta the Martyr, was a courageous woman who lived during the fifth century. She was born as the daughter of the Teutonic duke of Friuli in northern Italy. Augusta's life took a significant turn when she decided to convert to Christianity. As she embraced her newfound faith, she...

Saint Joseph Sebastian Pelczar, also known as Jozef Sebastian Pelczar, was born on 17 January 1842 in Korczyn bei Krosno, Poland. He was raised in a pious family and showed early signs of devotion to the Catholic faith. After completing his studies in Rzeszów, Pelczar entered the seminary at Przemysl in 1860. He was ordained as a priest on 17 July 1864 and soon after became a parish priest at...